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When the summer transfer window opens & closes Premier Leagu

Tue May 15, 2018 6:08 pm

When does the summer transfer window open and close?

With the football season at an official end, the summer transfer window is almost upon us.

There are a few changes this year, after Premier League clubs voted to end the summer 2018 transfer window on the Thursday before the season starts with a view to end disruption over players leaving or joining squads once the season is under way.

Due to the closing date being brought forward, the date the window opens has also been brought forward to preserve the overall timeframe.





So, when does the summer transfer window open?

So, the Premier League transfer window will open on Thursday, May 17 - almost a month earlier than previously.

The move is to comply with FIFA rules and will mean clubs can start spending on May 17, instead of June 9.

FIFA rules dictate the window must be open for 12 weeks.





When does it close?

The transfer window closes on Thursday, August 9 at 5pm - much sooner than the usual August 31.

It comes after top flight clubs opted for the window to end the Thursday before the season starts, and the 2018/19 season will begin on Saturday, August 11.





Do these rules affect other leagues?

No, the rule only applies to Premier League clubs and has no bearing on other leagues and competitions.
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