Top 5 Highest‑Earning Clubs in Summer 2025 Transfer Window

Premier League clubs are no strangers to making headlines with their jaw-dropping spending during the transfer window—and this summer was no different. The 2025 summer transfer window saw teams across the league splash out a staggering £3 billion, with Liverpool leading the way after spending a record £415 million. Their marquee signing came right at the deadline, as they finally secured Alexander Isak from Newcastle United.

But while the spotlight often shines on big-money arrivals, several clubs have made waves by cashing in smartly. Across Europe, a number of teams have generated huge revenue through player sales this summer.

Which Clubs Made the Most Money from Transfers in Summer 2025?

5. Newcastle – €175M

Following the record-breaking sale of Alexander Isak, Newcastle United have enjoyed a hugely profitable 2025 summer transfer window. The departure of another key striker, Callum Wilson, who joined West Ham United, further boosted the club’s finances. In total, the two transfers helped Newcastle bring in an impressive €175 million.

This significant income will go a long way in helping the club stay within Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. Despite the high-profile exits, Newcastle have also strengthened their squad with major signings, including Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa.

4. Liverpool – €220M

Liverpool were one of the busiest clubs in the recent transfer window, making headlines with their big spending. The Premier League champions splashed out a massive £415 million and even broke the British transfer record twice in the same window. They've significantly strengthened their attack by bringing in top talents like Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak.

But it wasn’t just about spending. Liverpool also made a solid profit from player sales, parting ways with several key names such as Darwin Núñez, Luis Díaz, and Harvey Elliott. Despite their huge investment in new signings, the club balanced the books fairly well thanks to these high-profile departures.

3. Bayer Leverkusen – €230M

Bayer Leverkusen are the only non-Premier League club on this list to have seen a huge influx of money from player sales. Following their title-winning season, the club has undergone a major transformation, with several key players leaving and a change in management.

The biggest shift came with the departure of manager Xabi Alonso, who left to take over at Real Madrid. His exit triggered a wave of high-profile departures, including star players like Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, Jonathan Tah, Granit Xhaka, and most recently, Piero Hincapié, who joined another club on a season-long loan.

Altogether, Leverkusen have generated around €230 million from player sales this summer.

In an attempt to rebuild, the club appointed Erik ten Hag as manager. However, his tenure was short-lived, as he was dismissed just a few weeks into the job.

2. AFC Bournemouth – €238M

Bournemouth ranked second among Premier League clubs for income this summer, bringing in €238 million—largely thanks to profitable player sales.

Despite finishing ninth last season and hoping to strengthen the squad for manager Andoni Iraola, the Cherries have seen several key players depart instead. However, this hasn't slowed them down. Bournemouth have made an impressive start to the new Premier League season, winning two of their first three matches.

1. Chelsea – €332M

Despite Chelsea’s history of heavy spending under their new ownership, the club has made smart business moves in the 2025 summer transfer window. They've focused on selling players rather than buying, bringing in an impressive €332 million — the highest transfer income of any club in the Premier League and across Europe this summer.

In previous years, Chelsea were often at the top of the list when it came to overspending. But this time, they've taken a different approach, prioritising high-value sales over major signings. This strategy not only brings in significant revenue but also helps the club stay on the right side of Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations.

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