Premier League and EFL summer transfer window deadline time change explained

Need to knowThe summer transfer window deadline is closing in07:30, 01 Sep 2026The clock is ticking for the final deals of the window to be signed(Image: Manchester United via Getty Images)Reason why summer transfer window deadline has been movedWhen does deadline day end?: This year, the summer transfer window will close on Tuesday, September 1 at 11pm. Last summer, it closed four hours earlier on the same date.Why has the deadline changed?: The deadline was originally brought forward for the last two transfer windows to create a more sociable working pattern for those involved in last-minute transfers - which was agreed upon by the Premier League, EFL and the FA. However, it has now gone back to its old 11pm deadline to allow more time for deals to be done.Extra rule: Clubs are also allo