The 11 biggest deals of 2024/25

Huge sums of money have been spent on players this season, but who has been the most expensive addition in football since the summer?

The January transfer window is now slowly drawing to a close, but clubs still have a chance to make new signings, with the deadline not arriving until February 3.

There have been some notable actions since the summer of 2024, with Kylian Mbappe He moved to Real Madrid on a free transfer as the French star finally joined the team he had always dreamed of playing for.

But who are the most expensive signings in 2024/25 so far? Here are the top 11.

11

Michael Ulysse

Crystal Palace to Bayern Munich (50 million pounds)

Michael Ollis He was always a great player to watch during his days at Crystal Palace, but with all due respect to the Eagles, it was clear that his talent was worthy of playing for one of Europe's top clubs.

Bayern Munich came last summer, He paid 50 million pounds sterling for the FrenchmanHe produced some great moments in his first season at the Allianz Arena. I have Six goals and an assist each In the Bundesliga, as well as four goals in the Champions League, one of which was a brilliant individual effort against Shakhtar Donetsk.

10

Amadou Onana

Everton to Aston Villa (50 million pounds)

It wasn't a big surprise to see Amadou Onana He left Everton for Aston Villa in the last summer transfer window, no doubt feeling he needed to join a club playing in the Champions League rather than one struggling to stay in the Champions League. Premier League.

The Belgian enjoyed a strong first season at Villa Park, Starting from 14 matches In the Premier League, he scored two goals in the competition. However, Villa fans may want more from him as he tries to justify it A fee of £50 million was paid by the Villans For him.

9

Moussa Diaby

Aston Villa to Etihad (50 million pounds)

After looking like a sensational signing for Villa just over a year ago, Moussa Diaby's time there dwindled slightly as the months passed, and he ended up joining Saudi club Al-Ittihad last summer.

they Paying £50 million In exchange for his services, however Only one goal He has been credited in 10 league appearances this season, which may suggest Villa have done well to raise a good sum of money for the winger.

8

Manuel Ugarte

Paris Saint-Germain to Manchester United (£50.5m)

Manchester United agreed a huge deal on deadline day to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte just a year after the Uruguayan joined the French giants from Sporting Lisbon.

Red Devils He paid an initial sum of £42.1 million To bring the Ligue 1 champions to Old Trafford, with add-ons worth around £8.4m allowing Paris Saint-Germain to break even after spending on Ugarte 12 months ago.

With Erik Ten Hag leaving the club just months later, this has not been Ugarte's first season, although all parties will hope he can show his best, especially with his former club agreeing a sell-on fee in their negotiations.

7

Dani Olmo

Leipzig to Barcelona (51 million pounds)

Dani Olmo was one of the stars of Euro 2024, impressing with his attacking brilliance and helping inspire Spain to glory, alerting some of Europe's best clubs in the process.

It was Barcelona who finally secured the signature of the 26-year-old. Signing him for £51m from RB LeipzigBut it was a complex transfer that was not without its problems, as it was only registered in the first half of the season.

That problem has now been overcome, with Olmo given permission to continue representing the Catalan giants amid rumors about his short-term future.

6

Pedro Neto

Wolverhampton to Chelsea (54 million pounds)

Pedro Neto has always been a great player to watch for Wolves, but injuries seem to have held him back. However, this did not stop Chelsea from betting on him last summer.

So far, the availability of the Portuguese has been good, with 19 league matches It was handed to him for the first half of the season, but his only goal in the competition was a stunning long-range strike at home to Arsenal. More justification is needed The £54 million the Blues spent on him.

5

Lenny Euro

Lille to Manchester United (£58.9m)

Lenny Euro This is arguably Manchester United's most exciting signing this summer, considering he arrives with a reputation as one of the world's leading young centre-backs.

However, it's fair to say it's been a quiet first season at Old Trafford for the Frenchman, with… Only four starts Nine league matches are coming up in mid-January. However, the defender is still only 19 years old and plays in a mediocre club, so it would be unfair to judge him too much at this stage.

United paid just over £52m upfront for the former Lille star, with add-ons taking the total potential transfer fee to £58.9m.

4

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain (£59m)

Hvicha Kvaratskhelia has been one of the most destructive wingers in Europe in recent years, and once the January window arrived, it became clear that a move away from Napoli was on the cards.

The 23-year-old had been linked with several top clubs, including Liverpool, but ended up dropping out He joined Paris Saint-Germain in January 2025 for £59m Plus extras. While specific financial details have not been revealed by either club, it is likely that these additions will see the total transfer fee pass the £60m mark, if not more.

Having lit up Serie A with Napoli's rise to Serie A glory and with Georgia making their historic first appearance in the major tournament, Kvaratskhelia could become one of PSG's key men after Mbappe.

3

Joao Neves

Benfica to Paris Saint-Germain (£60m)

Joao Neves has been considered one of Europe's leading young midfielders for a number of years, and it was always clear that Benfica would find it very difficult to keep hold of him.

Paris Saint-Germain kidnapped the Portuguese For an initial £50 million Before the start of the new season, with the price potentially rising to £60m including add-ons.

Neves did not disappoint in France, proving to be a key figure in the middle of the park. The 20 year old has She recorded seven assists In just 13 starts in Ligue 1, it feels as if there are still plenty of levels to be found in his career.

2

Dominic Solanke

Bournemouth to Tottenham (£65 million)

Dominic Solanke may not have hit the mark at Liverpool, but an excellent spell at Bournemouth saw him move to Tottenham last summer for a total of £65m.

The Englishman may be part of a Spurs side that is struggling badly at the moment, but he has arguably been one of the few positives for Ange Postecoglou. I have 10 goal contributions (seven goals, three assists) In 18 Premier League matches, he also scored a brace against United in the UEFA Cup.

Initial spurs A £55m deal for Solanke could reach £65m In performance-related add-ons.

1

Julian Alvarez

Man City to Atletico Madrid (£81.5m)

In hindsight, Manchester City's decision to allow Julian Alvarez to join Atletico Madrid at the start of the season had become increasingly puzzling by the month.

The Argentine is the most expensive signing of 2024/25, heading to Diego Simeone's side For a potential £81.5m. What would Pep Guardiola have done to be present at various points since August.

Around £20m of that fee are potential add-ons, but given that Atleti are still in the Champions League and in the race for the La Liga title, El Cholo has spent that money well so far.