Premier League clubs face earlier transfer deadline this summer
Premier League and EFL clubs will have to complete their transfer business earlier than usual this summer, after the deadline was officially moved forward to 20.00 CEST.
The change, confirmed jointly by the Football Association, the Premier League and the English Football League, marks a significant shift from the traditional midnight cut-off.
The new deadline means clubs will now have four fewer hours to finalise last-minute deals, with officials urging teams to adjust their planning and negotiations accordingly.
The aim is to ensure greater clarity and minimise late disruptions, particularly for players and staff involved in transfers close to the wire. It may also reduce the chaos often associated with deadline day, giving clubs a clearer framework within which to operate.
While some executives are said to welcome the move for its practicality, others are wary that the earlier close could complicate negotiations with clubs in other European leagues, where deadlines may remain later.