European transfer window closes as Folarin Balogun remains subject of transfer talk
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 9:05 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

The summer transfer window for the majority of major European soccer leagues officially closed on Tuesday. While much of the activity concluded by the deadline, negotiations surrounding Folarin Balogun and a potential move to Everton persisted as a primary narrative of the final day. Clubs across the continent finalized roster adjustments, marking the end of the primary period for player registration. The transfer window saw a mix of completed deals and ongoing sagas, including high-profile moves that reached completion before the cutoff. Certain player movements remain subject to ongoing discussion despite the formal closure of the window. Teams must now rely on their current squads for the upcoming stretch of league competition.
- •The primary summer transfer window for major European leagues concluded on Tuesday.
- •Folarin Balogun was a focal point of deadline-day transfer speculation regarding a move to Everton.
- •The closing day of the window featured both finalized deals and lingering negotiations.
- •Major European leagues must now adhere to established squad rosters following the window's close.
- 9:05 PMCBS Sports — Transfer deadline day live updates: Latest on Folarin Balogun's proposed move to Everton - cbssports.com
"The summer transfer window closed today for most of Europe's major leagues
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