Top five most expensive transfers of the summer transfer window 2025
The summer transfer window of 2025 saw some of the most thrilling and record-breaking moves in recent football history. Here are the five most expensive transfers of the summer transfer window 2025.
Last Updated: 07.56 PM, Sep 02, 2025
The summer transfer window of 2025 saw some of the most thrilling and record-breaking moves in recent football history. Clubs across Europe splurged lavishly to bolster their squads ahead of the upcoming season, with Liverpool standing out as the biggest spender. Here, we break down the top five most expensive transfers that defined this summer’s market.
1. Alexander Isak to Liverpool – €144 Million
The crown jewel of this summer's transfer saga was Liverpool securing the services of Swedish striker Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for a record British transfer fee.
With his lethal finishing, pace, and technical ability, Isak has been regarded as one of Europe’s finest young forwards.
After a long fight between the clubs and the player himself, finally Liverpool were able to get the services of the Swedish striker on the final day of the window.
Liverpool’s manager sees him as the perfect long-term successor up front, combining power and flair to spearhead their attack. The €144 million fee makes Isak the most expensive signing of this window and highlights Liverpool’s ambition to defend the Premier League and reclaim European glory.
2. Florian Wirtz to Liverpool – €125 Million
Before acquiring Isak, Liverpool had already made a few big signings in this summer transfer window.
The club committed a massive €125 million to bring in Bayer Leverkusen’s attacking midfielder, Florian Wirtz.
Known for his creativity, vision, and goal-scoring prowess from midfield, Wirtz has already added a new dimension to Liverpool’s playmaking options.
His arrival solves a pivotal need for fresh creativity in the squad.
3. Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool – €95 Million
Liverpool’s aggressive recruitment strategy was further emphasized with the acquisition of young French forward Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt.
The €95 million transfer highlights Liverpool’s confidence in youth as well as depth across the front line.
Ekitike’s versatility to play both as a striker and a wide attacker provides valuable tactical flexibility. He has already shown his class by scoring twice in the first three Premier League games for Liverpool this season.
4. Nick Woltemade to Newcastle United – €85 Million
Newcastle United made one of the most significant splashes outside the traditional ‘Big Six’ by signing German midfielder Stefan Woltemade from Stuttgart for a club-record deal of €85 million.
Woltemade has impressed with his composure, dribbling, and ability to dominate the midfield at a young age.
With Isak wanting Liverpool FC, Newcastle United had to go big while signing his replacement, and they had to go for someone young and fresh.
Woltemade had 17 goals to his name from 33 appearances in all competitions last season and continued his form at the recent Under-21s European Championships, where he collected the top goalscorer award as well.
5. Benjamin Sesko to Manchester United – €76.5 Million
Premier League giants Manchester United secured the promising Slovenian forward Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for €76.5 million.
Sesko’s speed, height, and finishing have drawn comparisons to some of Europe’s best strikers.
Although Sesko has not been able to show his class in the first few games of the season, United will surely hope that he fulfills the expectations of the fans in the ongoing Premier League season.