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Premier League Splits Summer Transfer Window to Address Club World Cup Impact

The league introduces two transfer periods for 2025, responding to concerns from non-participating clubs over fairness during Fifa's expanded Club World Cup.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Nottingham Forest - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - December 7, 2024 General view of the premier league logo printed on a corner flag inside the stadium before the match Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith/File Photo
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Manchester City and Chelsea could sign players in time to play in the Club World Cup in June
The Premier League clubs decided against shutting the transfer window early for fear of losing out to Europe and Saudi Arabia in the market

Overview

  • The Premier League has confirmed a split summer transfer window for 2025, with the first period running June 1-10 and the second from June 16 to September 1.
  • This adjustment addresses concerns from non-participating clubs about being disadvantaged while Chelsea and Manchester City compete in the expanded Club World Cup.
  • The Club World Cup, featuring 32 teams in a new format, will take place in the United States from June 14 to July 14, 2025.
  • The Premier League rejected Manchester City's request to delay their opening domestic fixtures, despite concerns over player workload and scheduling conflicts.
  • The decision highlights ongoing tensions between domestic league priorities and Fifa's global ambitions for the Club World Cup.