Transfer Market: Top 30 Spenders Dominated by English Clubs, with a Portuguese Touch

It's not a new phenomenon, but its impact has grown significantly. The final day of the transfer window further highlighted the English dominance of the transfer market.

With the 'big-five' leagues now closed for new player registrations, the top 30 clubs that spent the most this summer include a staggering 16 teams from the Premier League.

The market's 'champion' secured its title on the final day, making the most expensive signing of this window, surpassing a rival that put up a fight and has consistently been among the top spenders for years, albeit without the corresponding on-field results.

Within this heavily British-accented top 30, there's a slight Portuguese presence, with one club making it into the top 25. Notably, this club is also the only one from outside the five major leagues.