David Squires illustrates the evolution of modern football transfers
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Cartoonist David Squires examines the historical progression of football transfer dealings in his latest work. The piece tracks the shifting methods and structures utilized by clubs to acquire players throughout the history of the sport. This editorial perspective highlights how the transfer process has transformed from early practices into the current, complex modern construct. The cartoon serves as a reflection on the changing nature of the player movement. Readers can access this visual commentary alongside other featured works by Squires as part of his ongoing series. Further details on his broader collection are available in his book, Chaos in the Box.
- •David Squires illustrates the evolution of football transfers
- •The work charts the transition from historical to modern transfer models
- •Content is featured in the latest update from The Guardian Sport
- •The analysis aligns with the release of the book Chaos in the Box
- 10:00 AMThe Guardian Sport — David Squires on … the art of the transfer deal
"Our cartoonist looks through the ages to chart the evolution of the football transfer into its modern construct Buy a cartoon | Some of David’s favourite works And his latest book, Chaos in the Box: get it now Continue reading...
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