Premier League Set Transfer Window From July 27 To October 5
The Premier League have announced that next season’s transfer window will open from July 27 and close on October 5, pending approval from FIFA.
The disruption of the footballing calendar by the coronavirus pandemic has ensured that transfer business to be conducted by the various clubs will extend further into the year.
The current Premier League season will conclude on July 26, meaning the transfer window will open a day later and run for a period of 10 weeks. However Premier League clubs will still be able to conduct business with English Football League (EFL) clubs until October 16.
A Premier League statement read: "Premier League shareholders have agreed on the dates for the summer 2020 transfer window.
"The window will open for 10 weeks at the end of the current Premier League season, starting 27 July and ending October 5.
"Following consultation with the EFL, a domestic-only window will be added from October 5, closing 5pm on October 16. During this window, Premier League clubs will only be able to trade with EFL clubs (either loans or permanent registrations). No transfers can take place between Premier League clubs in this period.
"The transfer window is subject to the approval of FIFA."
A start date for the 2020/2021 season is yet to be announced though it looks likely to be in the final week of August.
