Clubs spend $9.89 bn in record-breaking transfer window

FIFA reported that clubs spent over $9.89 billion on international transfer fees in men's football this summer, marking a record for a mid-year window. English clubs led the spending with over $3.02 billion, followed by Italian clubs at $1.1 billion. The transfer window was significantly impacted by the 2026 World Cup, with over $3.3 billion in fees for players who participated in the tournament.