Liverpool made headlines on deadline day by completing the blockbuster signing of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United for £125 million, setting a new Premier League transfer record. With this deal, the Swedish striker now tops the list of the costliest moves in English football history.
The top 10 most expensive transfers in Premier League history:
Alexander Isak – Liverpool (£125m)
The Swedish forward became Liverpool’s marquee signing in 2025, joining from Newcastle on deadline day. His arrival is expected to boost Jurgen Klopp’s attack and adds fresh firepower to Anfield.
Florian Wirtz – Liverpool (£108m)
The highly rated German playmaker made the switch from Bayer Leverkusen earlier in the summer. At just 22, Wirtz is seen as the creative heartbeat of Liverpool’s midfield for the future.
Enzo Fernández – Chelsea (£105m)
Signed from Benfica in January 2023 after a sensational World Cup with Argentina, Enzo quickly became Chelsea’s midfield centerpiece. His price tag reflected both his potential and global reputation.
Jack Grealish – Manchester City (£102m)
Manchester City broke the bank in 2021 to lure Aston Villa’s captain. Grealish became the most expensive British footballer at the time and played a key role in City’s treble-winning season.
Declan Rice – Arsenal (£101m)
Arsenal secured Rice from West Ham in 2023 after a long transfer saga. The England midfielder has since been a driving force in the Gunners’ title challenge with his energy and leadership.
Moises Caicedo – Chelsea (£100m)
The Ecuadorian midfielder joined Chelsea from Brighton in 2023 for a record fee at the time. His defensive awareness and ball-winning abilities made him one of the most sought-after players in Europe.
Romelu Lukaku – Chelsea (£98m)
Chelsea brought Lukaku back from Inter Milan in 2021 for a huge fee, hoping he would solve their striker problems. However, his second stint at Stamford Bridge proved to be short-lived.
Paul Pogba – Manchester United (£91m)
United re-signed Pogba from Juventus in 2016 for a then-world record fee. Despite flashes of brilliance, the Frenchman’s time at Old Trafford was marked by inconsistency and injuries.
Kai Havertz – Chelsea (£87m)
Chelsea paid a hefty sum to sign Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen in 2020. He etched his name into club history by scoring the winning goal in the 2021 Champions League final.
Hugo Ekitike – Liverpool (£82m)
The French striker arrived from Paris Saint-Germain in 2025 as part of Liverpool’s squad overhaul. Still only 23, Ekitike is viewed as a long-term attacking prospect alongside Isak and Wirtz.
