Summer 2026 Transfer Deadline Dates for Premier League and Major Leagues

The European summer transfer window is heading towards its final moments, promising plenty of last-minute moves. Following a World Cup year, transfers carry an added buzz as top clubs continue to make bold signings.

Real Madrid recently secured Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for €140 million ($161 million). Meanwhile, Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson became two of the priciest English players ever with their respective transfers to Chelsea and Manchester City.

Several transfer stories are still unfolding this month. Here’s a breakdown of the closing dates and times for major leagues.

Transfer Deadline Day Schedule for Summer 2026

• England (Premier League): Tuesday, September 1 at 11 p.m. BST / 6 p.m. ET
• Spain (La Liga): Tuesday, September 1 at 10:59 p.m. GMT / 5:59 p.m. ET
• Italy (Serie A): Tuesday, September 1 at 7 p.m. GMT / 2 p.m. ET
• France (Ligue 1): Monday, August 31 at 7 p.m. GMT / 2 p.m. ET
• Germany (Bundesliga): Monday, August 31 at 7 p.m. GMT / 2 p.m. ET

The French and German windows close exactly 24 hours before Serie A’s deadline. The Dutch Eredivisie wraps up on September 2, two days prior to the Turkish Super Lig’s cutoff date.

Other Notable Transfer Deadlines

• Saudi Pro League: Closes later than Europe, on October 12. Despite scaling back big spending, the league offers an opportunity for unattached players after the European window shuts.
• MLS: The secondary transfer window runs from July 13 through September 2, syncing more closely with global football schedules.