There have been a lot of disappointing signings Premier League In 2024, but which players make up the top ten?
Another exciting year of the Premier League is drawing to a close, with drama playing out at both ends of the table over the past 12 months.
We have seen some exceptional new signings made by different clubs taking their teams to another level, but not every transfer can be a success, meaning some players will have managers regretting their decision in the market.
Here are our picks for the 10 worst Premier League signings of 2024.
10
Raheem Sterling
Chelsea to Arsenal (loan)
After it was thrown aside in ChelseaWith Enzo Maresca making it clear that there is no future for him at Stamford Bridge, Raheem Sterling Completed loan switch to Arsenal In the summer.
On the face of it, it looked like smart work by Arsenal, but now 30-years-old, the Englishman is a fading force. He has made just two starts in the Premier League, although the likes of Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard are struggling to reach the top of their game.
9
Savinio
Go to Manchester City
When Savinho made his goal Manchester City For the first time against Chelsea on the opening weekend, the champions appeared to have signed a new Riyad Mahrez.
While much of the focus has been on City's struggles in defense and midfield this season, players out wide have also been a major issue, including their new signing.
Savinio is Not registered yet In the Premier League, despite making 13 appearances, the lack of substance became increasingly apparent as the weeks passed.
8
Kiernan Dewsbury Hall
Leicester City to Chelsea
When kiernan dewsbury hall joined chelsea from Leicester CityThere was a nagging feeling that he was not at the level required for the Blues.
Marisca certainly knew him well from his time with the Foxes, but he has struggled to make any sort of impression this season, only coming on to 56 minutes In the Premier League in the first 16 matches.
The likes of Moises Caicedo, Romeo Lavia and Enzo Fernandes seem to be on a different level to him, and his move so far has been a colossal waste of money.
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7
James Ward Prowse
West Ham to Nottingham Forest (loan)
Not many felt that way James Ward ProwseLoan moved from West Ham United to Nottingham Forest In the summer, business was poor, with the midfielder's experience and set-piece ability making him a good signing.
But while Nuno Espirito Santo The team have impressed in 2024/25 so far, but the Englishman has not, as he has only managed sporadic league matches and looks like a player past his best.
The red card against Chelsea summed up Ward-Prowse's disappointing season so far.
6
Ben Brereton Diaz
Villarreal to Southampton
Southampton They knew the importance of signing a top striker after their promotion from the league championshipand Ben Brereton Diaz was brought in as the guy to add extra firepower.
The Chile international may have performed relatively well at Sheffield United last season, scoring 6 goals in 14 league appearances, but he has failed badly for the Saints, and is yet to score in the competition this season.
5
Calvin Phillips
Manchester City to Ipswich Town (loan)
The way that Calvin PhillipsHis career has gone downhill in recent years, and it's sad to see, after becoming an important player for Leeds United and England at the turn of the decade.
Ipswich Town The midfielder was offered a chance to end a miserable spell at Manchester City, signing him on loan, but he remained an ineffective figure.
Phillips managed seven Premier League matches, but his impact was not what Kieran McKenna had hoped for and he was therefore not a starter.
4
Matthias de Ligt
Bayern Munich to Manchester United
It was obvious that Manchester United He needed to sign at least one new centre-back in the summer, and Matthias de Ligt He came in a high-profile £42.9m buyout alongside youngster Lenny Euro.
The fact that Bayern Munich were willing to sell the Netherlands international was a potential warning sign for the Red Devils, and the defender has struggled in these early months of the season.
In fact, De Ligt does not look like he would be much of an upgrade on Harry Maguire, which is a curse in itself, often finding himself at the scene of the crime when goals are conceded, and generally looking away from the amazing talent that has emerged. In Ajax.
3
Joao Felix
Atletico Madrid to Chelsea
A former Golden Boy winner, Joao Felix's permanent move to Chelsea in the summer was exciting following his previous loan spell.
While plenty of attacking players have impressed at Stamford Bridge, from Cole Palmer to Noni Madueke, the Portuguese has been a bystander for most of the season.
Felix did I only started twice In the league and having scored just once in nine appearances in the competition, now aged 25, he is in danger of never reaching his enormous potential.
2
Eddie Nketiah
Arsenal to Crystal Palace
Eddie NketiahHis time at Arsenal came to a natural end at the end of last season, as it became abundantly clear that he would never reach the level required to be a top player at the Emirates.
The English striker's £30 million move to… Crystal Palace He was always interesting, and while there was hope he would flourish in south London, he has endured a terrible season so far.
Nketiah has not scored in his first 13 Premier League games and his confidence appears to be very low, as summed up by the poor finish against Brighton.
1
Joshua Zirkzee
Bologna to Manchester United
Manchester United signed Joshua Zirkzee for £36.5m during the summer transfer window, and while it's not a huge sum in the modern game, it's still a major flop, failing to come close to justifying his price tag.
The Dutchman may have scored the winner on his debut at home to Fulham, but since then he has scored in just one Premier League game, as well as lacking the pace to be a serious threat in the final third.
While Rasmus Hoglund is raw but has clear potential, it is difficult to see Zirkzee succeeding under him Reuben AmorimSo it wouldn't be a shock if he doesn't last more than one season at Old Trafford.