When is the deadline for the transfer window in Europe’s top five leagues? Premier League, La Liga, Serie A...
The clock is ticking for European clubs that are still trying to bolster their squads.
Once again, we are getting closer to that time of year, one of the season’s most exciting moments: the summer transfer deadline day, the last chance for clubs to sign new players.
Over the years, we’ve seen some last-minute deals that have stuck in the mind. For instance, Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United on the 2021 deadline day is still a moment Premier League fans remember, just like Ashley Cole’s move to Chelsea - who are once again set to be very busy - back in 2006.
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This 2024/25 summer transfer window began on 1 July in Spain, Germany, Italy, and France. The Premier League was the only league with an advantage as were able to start deals on 14 June. To ensure a fair playing field between the European Leagues, the Premier League and the Scottish Premiership changed their transfer deadline to this Friday, 29 August, the same as in LaLiga, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and Serie A.
What time is the deadline for Europe’s top five leagues?
Despite closing on the same day, there are still some differences between Europe’s transfer deadline times.
Bundesliga will be the first market to close, with the deadline at 2 p.m E.T. The next competition to slam shut will be Ligue 1, with the deadline scheduled for 5 p.m. E.T. LaLiga, the Premier League and Serie A will all close their respective markets at 6 p.m E.T.
In the Premier League’s case, clubs trying to close a last-minute agreement with a player can sign a “deal sheet.” This document allows English teams to submit full paperwork until two hours after the deadline (8 p.m. E.T.). The agreement must be signed and sent to the Premier League before 6 p.m. E.T.; otherwise, they cannot take advantage of this additional time.
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