Ranking all 20 Premier League clubs on their trans...
Key takeaways
- That created a total score of 30, which was used to rank the teams from 1-20.
- Note: Bear in mind we've only assessed incoming signings, rather than business as a whole (which would have included outgoings).
- Wolves lost X-factor attacker Matheus Cunha to Manchester United last summer and needed to nail the recruitment in response.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
The scoring system is simple enough: ESPN's Sam Tighe and Bill Connelly each rated the teams' business, awarding up to 10 points for how much of an impact their signings made last season (2025-26) and up to five points for possible future impact. That created a total score of 30, which was used to rank the teams from 1-20.
This scoring system was settled on because while many clubs live season to season, signing players with short-term goals in mind, it would not be fair to declare a signing a success or failure after just one year -- especially when certain clubs invested good money in young players who they hope will become cornerstones in the XIs for years to come.
Note: Bear in mind we've only assessed incoming signings, rather than business as a whole (which would have included outgoings). Any additions clubs made in January are also considered for the ranking.