After a summer that brought record spending and Deadline Day drama, Sky Sports' reporters rank every Premier League club's window...

Arsenal

Sky Sports News' Gary Cotterill:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

Eight is the number of senior players out and that's why I give Arsenal's summer business eight out of 10.

Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Christian Norgaard, Fabio Viera, Ethan Nwaneri (loan), Jakob Kiwior and Reiss Nelson all out of the building and all, with the exception of Nwaneri - who still has a big future at the club - deemed surplus to requirements.

Cash in - over £100m - and wages saved. In Jesus' case, big wages.

If the club had secured a left winger to replace the two they sold, I'd have given nine out of 10. Either Vinicius Junior or Julian Alvarez coming in and it would have been a perfect 10. In the end it wasn't to be.

Securing either was always a long shot but Arsenal deserve credit for even being in the conversation.

Fans are disappointed those two didn't come to the Emirates. But they accept it and understand.

Many, though, don't accept or understand why last season's two main left-sided attackers haven't been fully replaced. The club would have if they could have. But the right fit never emerged after the Vinicius saga.

So it's make do on the left. And the hierarchy, like Mikel Arteta, believe there's enough in the squad to do that. Newcomer Christos Tzolis, if a bit shaky last time out at Villa Park, has done well. The fans already love him.

Eberechi Eze has shown he can be impressive there as well. Also, Noni Madueke and Bukayo Saka can both do a job on the left if required.

In fact, playing one of them there is another way of giving Max Dowman more minutes. He could play down the right.

There's even a school of thought that Riccardo Calafiori could push further up the pitch. Remember Arteta finding new, unexpected roles, for Mikel Merino and Myles Lewis-Skelly?

So, no new left winger. And no new striker. But Arteta has more options everywhere else.

One look at the bench at Villa Park underlines that. Injuries allowing, Arsenal have quality depth in defence and midfield.

Total personnel changes from game to game in those areas is now possible, with little drop off in competitiveness.

It's been a good window for Arsenal. The ones Arteta really wanted were Bruno Guimaraes and Ezri Konsa. And he got them.

Aston Villa

Sky Sports News' Kirsty Edwards:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

When Aston Villa lifted the Europa League no one would have imagined six of the starting line-up would be departing just weeks later - least of all Unai Emery.

How do you go about replacing Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, Ollie Watkins, Emiliano Martinez, Lucas Digne and Ezri Konsa while keeping in line with the financial rules tightly governing the club?

The answer has been to rebuild with younger, exciting players full of potential like Ibrahim Mbaye and Johan Manzambi, plus some experienced heads like Leon Goretzka and Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Nicolas Jackson won't need to adapt to the league and did well on his debut on Monday night.

There was a positive first showing from Zion Suzuki in goal too. Taylor Harwood-Bellis says he still has plenty to improve on but is convinced the manager can help him thrive at the top level.

That Unai Emery factor has to be taken into account along with how well the club have balanced the books this summer in the face of an unwanted rebuild.

So I'm optimistic for this summer's business - with the caveat of needing to wait for some real evidence of what these players can do in a Villa shirt.

Bournemouth

Sky Sports News' Mark McAdam:

WINDOW RATING: 9/10

Bournemouth's summer was a contrast to the summer of 2025, when they sold a number of key players. This summer was about keeping their best players - and they absolutely passed the test.

Rayan, Eli Junior Kroupi and Alex Scott all remain at the club. Bournemouth have a model that allows players to move but they also want to ensure they have those players for a chunk of time.

Bournemouth also made promises to Marco Rose that they wouldn't sell the team from beneath him. They wanted to give him the best opportunity to be successful, despite a lot of interest in all three players.

Being in Europe changes the dynamic of what Bournemouth can spend in order to meet UEFA's financial regulations. It was a real challenge because they had to add quality and depth, but reduce costs.

The business Bournemouth have done looks to be really solid. They've added a goalkeeper - Michele Di Gregorio - who was the Juventus No 1 last season. They added a centre-half - Antonio Silva - who was linked with a number of big clubs not that long ago for what looks to be great value. Juanlu Sanchez looks to be solid a full-back and Alvaro Rodriguez looks to bring something different in attack.

Bournemouth allowed fringe players to go and one of the other positives is they were decisive, acting early in the window. They were totally comfortable which meant that - for the first time in many years - they weren't doing business on Deadline Day.

Rose and the hierarchy will look back on this as a very successful summer - now they just have to deliver on the pitch.

Brentford

Sky Sports News' Uma Gurav:

WINDOW RATING: 9/10

I'm struggling to find a reason not to give Brentford top marks on their summer business. The priority was always to bring in a dependable midfielder they could build their future around. Enter Mamadou Sangare, whose £39m price tag is looking like a real bargain. Is it too early to say he's a candidate for signing of the season?

He's the biggest change to Brentford's starting XI but I'd wager late addition El Hadji Malick Diouf is likely to become a regular starter at left-back. Forward Jaidon Anthony has already started twice, Callum Wilson is proving why he's the perfect back-up (if not competitor) to Igor Thiago and centre-back Jannik Schuster provides cover, especially with Sepp van den Berg injured.

Plus Brentford have managed to hold onto their key men. Jordan Henderson's leadership will be missed but they've retained star attacking players Thiago, Kevin Schade and Yehor Yarmoliuk - someone who's really impressed bigger clubs recently - and tied down Michael Kayode and Vitaly Janelt with new contracts.

The only Deadline Day movement was the news that Jayden Meghoma went to Portsmouth on loan - a move in line with the club's determination to make sure their young players get game time.

I'm only avoiding giving Brentford a 10 because, as I'm sure Keith Andrews himself would say, there's always room for improvement!

Brighton

Sky Sports News' Elliot Cook:

WINDOW RATING: 7.5/10

It's been an uncharacteristically busy summer window for Brighton. The club have brought in nine players ready for the first team at a cost of nearly £170m. There is strength in depth in many areas - most notably in defence.

Luka Vuskovic came in for a club record £50m - something of a coup for the Seagulls. The arrival of young defensive midfielder Chema Andres from Stuttgart - a Spain U21 international - in a dramatic late twist on Deadline Day goes some way to filling the hole left by Carlos Baleba, who joined Manchester United.

He will need time to adapt to the Premier League but looks a real talent. They have lost a lot of experience and goal power in the shape of Danny Welbeck up front - they will be hoping loan signing Promise David can deliver on that front.

It's worth noting that Liverpool target Yankuba Minteh is staying at the club. That should be considered significant for Brighton.

Once some of the injured players return and gel with the new signings, head coach Fabian Hurzeler will be hoping he has enough to successfully tackle the Premier League and Conference League.

Chelsea

Sky Sports News' James Savundra:

WINDOW RATING: 9/10

Chelsea's squad has been revolutionised in this transfer window following a clear shift in strategy. Premier League-ready players have been brought in to complement the young, talented footballers already at the club. The pursuits of Jordan Henderson, Emiliano Martinez and Danny Welbeck marked a massive change from what we have seen from the club since the takeover.

Chelsea will continue to sign some of the best young players in world football, as seen with the arrival of Geovany Quenda. However, they have appreciated the need to bring in players who are ready to make an immediate impact.

They have also acted quickly to tie down Joao Pedro to an improved contract to ward off potential suitors. The core of this squad is here to stay.

Last season marked one of the worst in Chelsea's modern history. The campaign completely unravelled following Enzo Maresca's departure. The feeling was unsavoury amongst the fanbase despite a run to the FA Cup final.

The appointment of Xabi Alonso and a redefined recruitment policy has galvanised the supporters. Stamford Bridge felt alive again during their thrilling 4-3 victory over Brighton. There is plenty of work for Alonso to do on the pitch but things are looking bright.

The only sour note of the window has been the Enzo Fernandez saga. It has been a contentious issue which has left fans divided. Creating a deadline - set for 5pm on August 15 - didn't have the desired impact.

No guarantees were offered that the Argentina midfielder would remain and the uncertainty crept into the new campaign. However, a record of three wins from three matches would suggest that internally the squad have been unaffected.

In Emiliano Martinez, Morgan Rogers and Maxence Lacroix, Chelsea have signed three players who immediately strengthen their starting XI.

Losing Marc Cucurella was a blow but one of a number of impressive sales. The club succeeded in achieving their high valuation for players surplus to requirements, such as Liam Delap, Nicolas Jackson and Alejandro Garnacho.

Chelsea have proven to be world-class player traders in recent years. The question now will be whether they can deliver world-class results on the pitch.

Coventry

Sky Sports News' Amber Sandhu:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

Coventry had an ambitious summer. They spent big but there has been a clear plan behind it, mixing Premier League experience with younger signings who can grow with the club.

The biggest improvement is the depth available to Frank Lampard. Carl Rushworth has returned permanently after playing such a big role in last season's promotion, while Aurele Amenda adds athleticism at centre-back. Caleb Yirenkyi is an exciting signing in midfield, with Frank Onyeka bringing Premier League experience and Gustavo Hamer adding familiarity and creativity.

Up front, Taiwo Awoniyi gives Coventry a proven Premier League focal point, while Loum Tchaouna and Sidiki Cherif add pace and potential.

There are still questions over whether the new-look attack will produce enough goals, particularly after two defeats without scoring to start the season, but the squad is unquestionably stronger and has far more depth than the one that won promotion.

For a newly promoted side, Coventry have been bold without looking reckless. A very strong window with a serious statement of intent.

Crystal Palace

Sky Sports News' Chris Reidy:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

In Maxence Lacroix and Daniel Munoz, it is without doubt that Crystal Palace lost two of their best players this summer.

But Palace will see keeping hold of Adam Wharton, Jean-Phillipe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr as a big win.

Mateta got over transfer heartbreak last January when a move to AC Milan fell through and he may need to coach his team-mate Sarr through the next few months after Liverpool's efforts to sign him didn't come off.

Mateta himself is in his last year of his contract. But are we just four months away from another window where his future is up for speculation?

Sarr's performances from now until January will determine whether Palace's strong stance on him staying was correct.

Palace, as is the norm, have had to try to be clever in the market. Their signings have been sensible rather than sensational.

Axel Disasi, Dwight McNeil, Ben Chilwell and Takehiro Tomiyasu are all very capable Premier League players.

Dario Osorio could be the gem. The 22-year-old comes highly rated and Palace have a habit of unearthing big talents. Honest Ahanor is young but is a good addition at the back.

Time will tell, but Anan Khalaili looks like he has the potential to eventually fill Daniel Munoz's shoes.

Overall, Palace finished the window with better depth than they started, which is crucial for another season with European football.

They've become experts at losing big players and dealing with it. Michael Olise, Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi have left and Palace have not just survived but thrived.

Palace will be an interesting story. You can't say their business this summer guarantees success. But a late flurry of deals, matched with early considered signings, makes one feel they'll be satisfied with the window.

Everton

Sky Sports News' Vinny O'Connor:

WINDOW RATING: 2/10

That's Everton that! But how have they got to a situation where they've halved a strike force that was far from prolific anyway?

Easy to say in hindsight but allowing Beto to go to Fiorentina before a deal for Folarin Balogun was signed and sealed now looks amateur at best. The unsuccessful pivot to Manchester United's Joshua Zirkzee when the Balogun deal initially faltered just adds to the feeling of a chaotic and panicked end to the window.

Add to that the sale of their most exciting talent, Iliman Ndiaye. All window, it was emphasised Everton were in a position of strength given he had three years left on his contract. Yet a deal to sell was struck at £65m. Over four times the amount Everton paid two years ago but not the figure that would have made it that bit more palatable for the fans.

Of course Ndiaye was initially off to Spurs for £60m with Richarlison coming the other way for £35m. A fee for the Brazilian that, even taking into account the esteem in which he's held by the blue half of Merseyside, appeared to be on the high side and ultimately was the first of Everton's proposed Deadline Day deals to fall through.

Kenny Tete was another. Fulham weren't letting him go without knowing they definitely had a replacement - a lesson in that, perhaps. So a tumultuous end to a window that has been far from easy when you consider the club's ownership mulling over Nottingham Forest's £40m offer to buy Harrison Armstrong at a time when David Moyes was talking up the need for getting players in.

And Evertonians could do with some positivity. At the moment, they are hurt, embarrassed, angry, frustrated and concerned, when the facts are that it didn't need to be like this.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Jack Grealish, Hayden Hackney, Christian Norgaard, Merlin Rohl, Tyrique George and Brennan Johnson have all arrived.

Unfortunately the positives are more than overshadowed by the fact the manager has, again, not been given the tools that will give him the best chance of delivering success.

Last season it was the failure to bring in a right-back and a proven striker. This season he has to muddle through until at least January with Thierno Barry as his only recognised front man.

Given the circumstances, it's difficult to see them muster a challenge for Europe - and if that is the case it shouldn't be seen as a failure.

Fulham

Sky Sports News' James Cole:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

For Fulham, the real proof will be in the eating over the next few months. With Alvaro Arbeloa looking to introduce a new high-pressing, high-tempo approach at Craven Cottage, there will inevitably be a bedding-in period.

But on paper, Fulham have addressed several of the key areas they needed to strengthen.

The biggest requirement was a quality striker and in Gonzalo García, arriving from Real Madrid, they appear to have found one.

His early return is certainly encouraging, scoring twice in his first three games.

The midfield has also been significantly strengthened. Fulham have added two more Real Madrid academy graduates in Cesar Palacios and Manuel Angel, while Shea Charles arrives from Southampton and Hugo Larsson from Eintracht Frankfurt.

That gives Arbeloa considerably more depth and variety in the middle of the pitch, with a mixture of energy, technical quality and flexibility. The biggest question mark remains at the back.

We have already seen Fulham exposed defensively and that is perhaps an inevitable consequence of Arbeloa's philosophy. His centre-backs are being asked to defend higher up the pitch, while the full-backs are encouraged to push even further forward.

That makes the Deadline Day signing of David Affengruber particularly interesting. The Austria international's profile appears well suited to Arbeloa's demands and his ability to defend space could prove valuable in a system that asks so much of its defenders.

Despite losing Harry Wilson and Samuel Chukwueze, Fulham have not signed a winger in this window. That is a surprise and will leave some fans concerned. Palacios - who started on the left wing against Chelsea and Sunderland - is not a specialist winger.

Nonetheless, Fulham's summer business feels ambitious. They have recruited players who fit the manager's vision, rather than just filling gaps in the squad.

If Arbeloa can get the balance right between aggression and defensive security, Fulham have the ingredients to avoid a relegation battle.

Hull

Sky Sports News' Tim Thornton:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

Hull were looking to add pace, athleticism and quality to their squad in this window - and they've certainly achieved that.

Eighteen new players have arrived, including six on Deadline Day. Owner Acun Ilicali has played a key role in the recruitment process, convincing prospective signings of the club's huge ambition. And there is a feeling that a patient approach has helped them to land their primary targets on favourable terms.

The club has added strength in depth, with young players targeted who can develop and improve with the club. Although that approach does bring an element of risk, it also offers huge reward if they are successful.

The starting XI has been improved but significantly, the core of the side that helped Hull achieve promotion remains, with an emphasis on retaining that spirit which could be so important to the club's survival hopes in a tough Premier League season.

Ipswich

Sky Sports News' James Green:

WINDOW RATING: 9/10

Ipswich can look back on what has been an extremely busy summer transfer window, with 14 incomings and 18 departures as one that certainly suggests they have learnt from two years ago.

Approximately £110m was spent in the summer of 2024 to try and help the club remain a Premier League side. That failed but fast forward two years and £200m spent in this window, topped up by the Deadline Day signing of Zian Flemming from Burnley, and the club are certainly showing their ambition.

They've added experience, physicality and Premier League know-how, while bringing in players with the potential to grow into major assets for the club.

Julio Enciso has arrived as a record signing, while Abdul Fatawu, Emersonn and Exequiel Palacios add real quality and attacking threat. There is also Premier League experience in Sasa Lukic, Issa Diop and Florentino Luis, while Daizen Maeda brings pace and proven pedigree.

What stands out is the depth Ipswich now have across the squad. They haven't simply replaced players - they have strengthened almost every area. It's now down to Gary O'Neil to gel the group together quickly and continue what's been an encouraging start to the new campaign.

Leeds

Sky Sports News' Zinny Boswell:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

All the focus will understandably be on the success story of Leeds' Deadline Day - and how different it feels to 12 months ago when they missed out on Harry Wilson at the last minute - but the most crucial part of their business was done earlier in the summer.

By signing Wilson, Tarik Muharemovic and James Trafford, Daniel Farke has upgraded in three key positions. The Leeds manager has been keen to improve the individual quality in his squad and this trio does that. All of them make his starting XI better.

Signing those three would not have been enough though. Leeds had a squad depth issue last season and by signing Nico Elvedi, Michael Zetterer and Melvin Bard, they have begun to properly address that.

The last man through the door, Jean-Matteo Bahoya, is the wild card. The winger provides an X factor and lighting-quick pace that make him a potential game-changing signing. It is up to him now to see if he can deliver on that promise.

If we revisit 12 months down the line and Bahoya is a hit, Leeds' window goes up another level. Regardless, the hierarchy at Leeds have delivered a squad capable of achieving their goal of consolidating their place in the Premier League.

Liverpool

Sky Sports News' Vinny O'Connor:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

Liverpool have ticked a number of boxes that many will have seen as a priority.

Pace in the wide attacking areas has been addressed with the signings of Bradley Barcola and Victor Munoz.

In turn, with Cody Gakpo staying (he was never going to be sold after Liverpool were knocked back in approaches for Yankuba Minteh and Ismaila Sarr) Andoni Iraola now has four wide options to choose from when you add the emerging talent of Rio Ngumoha to that. He also retains Gakpo as a possible back up to Alexander Isak with Hugo Ekitike still injured.

They've strengthened at the back with Ronald Araujo able to cover both centre-half and right-back. A crucial addition given the injuries to Joe Gomez, Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni. Araujo also approachs the game in a way that contrasts yet compliments with that of Jeremy Jacquet, whose deal was sorted in the winter window before signing this summer, and who already looks the part as a Liverpool centre-half.

On the flip side, when one of the priorities was to fill the position vacated by Mohamed Salah, Liverpool have not been able to bring in a naturally right-sided winger even though Barcola, Gakpo, Ngumoha and Munoz have all played out there at various points in their career.

I agree with those who feel that at least another quality full-back option and holding-midfielder would have made a massive difference to the potential of this squad.

Barcola brings undoubted star quality. Munoz looks like he has the mentality to thrive while Jacquet's style, coupled with Araujo's attitude, already resonates with the fans.

So to deem this window a failure would be wrong.

The fact the average age of Liverpool's first-team signings over the last two summer windows is around 22 is another positive.

And in another nod to the future they've been able to secure deals for two 18-year-olds in Lucca Brughmans and Djylian N'Guessan, who will join up properly in time for the start of next season.

At the same time, when the squad is not as well-rounded as it could be, there is an argument to say it could have been better.

Manchester City

Sky Sports News' Ben Ransom:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

Sounds a bit ridiculous to score City highly given the fact they had to allow Rodri, the best player at the World Cup, to leave for Barcelona. However, just as the fans were beginning to get restless, City managed to pull a couple of big money irons from the dying embers of the transfer window.

Enzo Fernandez made all the headlines on a dramatic Deadline Day that saw them smash their transfer record for the second time this summer. He'll potentially partner Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi in a new-look £300m midfield that will be the envy of many around Europe.

Those close to the club are adamant the squad is in better shape now than it was at the start of last season, with the money received for Savio, Omar Marmoush, Nico Gonzalez, Tijjani Reijnders, Nathan Ake and James Trafford allowing them to also add Iliman Ndiaye and Allan to their attacking options.

Enzo Maresca has the tools he wanted for his revolution - time to see if it'll be enough to fight for the title.

Manchester United

Sky Sports News' Danyal Khan:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

Some may be surprised by me giving Manchester United a relatively high score in the transfer market - but let me explain my thought process.

United went into the window needing to rebuild their midfield. That was their priority and three signings later and with around £155m spent, they have done that.

Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and Carlos Baleba will balance United's midfield alongside Kobbie Mainoo, and the combinations Michael Carrick now has at his disposal for the competitions they will compete in this season gives room for optimism.

Yes, they did not get a left-back and it is clear they lack depth in that position - however, it is easy to forget they have players who can play in that position. Noussair Mazraoui deputised there well for Morocco in this summer's World Cup, while Diogo Dalot can also feature there.

Ultimately, United did not see the departures they perhaps imagined at the beginning of the window. Joshua Zirkzee, Manuel Ugarte and Marcus Rashford staying limited their ability to strengthen other positions.

However, if Rashford continues to build on his promising performances at the start of the season, he could be like a new signing for Carrick.

Newcastle

Sky Sports News' Keith Downie:

WINDOW RATING: 8/10

The summer transformation is complete at Newcastle, with Matias Fernandez-Pardo on Deadline Day becoming their eighth signing.

Of the eight, Lukas Hornicek, Amar Dedic, Nico Gonzalez and Fernandez-Pardo come into the strongest XI, but there's still so much headroom to improve for the likes of Sean Steur, Aladji Bamba, Bazoumana Toure and Ewan Jaouen, who are all very young and raw.

Newcastle have spent £262m this summer, having raked in £245m for Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Anthony Gordon.

They've beefed up the squad and made it youthful. But the last two signings of Gonzalez and Fernandez-Pardo for a combined £101m feel the most important. And the most ambitious.

For a window that at one stage looked as though it would be a disaster after a couple of early hijacks, Newcastle have turned the ship around.

And the early displays of Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa (who arrived for a combined £110m last summer) makes the team feel like they have two more new signings.

Nottingham Forest

Sky Sports News' Anton Toloui:

WINDOW RATING: 7.5/10

A solid first window for new boss Oliver Glasner.

He wanted a physical No 9 with a high upside - he got that in Liam Delap. He wanted a starting-calibre wing-back - he got that by reuniting with Daniel Munoz. Ousmane Diomande was a Glasner target and the manager's also working again with Xaver Schlager after their time together at Wolfsburg.

The one slight on their summer business is failing to replace Elliot Anderson with a young, dynamic, forward-thinking midfielder. They did, however, get good money from Man City.

Sunderland

Sky Sports News' Keith Downie:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

Sunderland left it until the dying movements of Deadline Day to add the winger that they had wanted all window.

It wasn't Malick Fofana they wanted originally, but they worked their way down their list until Fofana was the best option with less than 24 hours to go.

But the Lyon winger made it difficult for them, and a crazy tug-of-war between themselves and Crystal Palace ensued at Lyon airport.

It took Sunderland owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus to step in, throw more money at the situation and get the deal over the line.

Fofana gets in Sunderland's starting XI - he has to for all that hassle getting the deal done.

So too does big summer signing Dayann Methalie. But the key for Sunderland this window has been holding onto their big-hitters like Granit Xhaka, Brian Brobbey and Noah Sadiki.

Tottenham

Sky Sports News' Michael Bridge:

WINDOW RATING: 7/10

In terms of commitment to spending, it's 10/10. Tottenham kept their promise to spend big. But in terms of the individuals the jury is out at the moment, and Spurs are one of many clubs who have perhaps overpaid. So as it stands, a seven.

It's been a window unlike any I can remember. Spurs came out the blocks with eye-opening signings, such as beating Manchester United to Mateus Fernandes and signing a player in Sandro Tonali that many would have thought out of their reach.

Roberto De Zerbi has been given the keys to reshape the Tottenham squad. A prime example is spending around £50m on Jan Paul van Hecke, who had only one year on his contract. That is something you would never expect from Spurs.

While the defence and midfield have been worked on, the clear issue last season was a lack of quality in the forward areas. The year-long pursuit of Savio finally came to a conclusion and he was joined by Omar Marmoush to the delight of the fans.

De Zerbi then told Sky Sports News he wanted one more big singing. That was believed to be Cody Gakpo - but City joined the race and it was clear that, if he were to leave, he would be going to Manchester.

After a disappointing defeat to Newcastle, Spurs fans woke up to another 'bomba', with a fee agreed with Everton for Iliman Ndiaye, and Richarlison going the other way. This is a player that would have got bums off seats. But on Monday, Ndiaye chose City and Richarlison publicly criticised the club.

Spurs then contacted rivals Chelsea for Mykhailo Mudryk and Tosin Adarabioyo. Mudryk's arrival signifies the board and scouting department have given De Zerbi full backing.

Spurs and Chelsea do not do business. Times are changing, finances are changing, board members change. Mudryk is a big risk - he hasn't played competitive football in nearly two years.

But if De Zerbi can get the best of out him, it could prove to be a shrewd signing. Chelsea's insistence of a high loan-to-buy fee shows they haven't totally given up on Mudryk either.

WINDOW RATING: 7/10