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Hull City transitions from League One to Premier League competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 10:26 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Hull City transitions from League One to Premier League competition

Summary

Hull City has secured a place in the Premier League 16 months after nearly being relegated to League One. Manager Sergej Jakirovic, who joined the club before last season, led the team through a promotion campaign that included a play-off victory against Millwall and a decisive final match against Middlesbrough. Following promotion, the club completed 18 new signings this summer with a total investment of approximately £150 million. Key acquisitions include midfielder Tim Iroegbunam, who arrived on deadline day from Everton. Jakirovic signed a two-year contract extension on Friday and plans to use upcoming fixtures, including a match against Sunderland in the Carabao Cup, to integrate players who missed the pre-season schedule. The manager noted that balancing the squad remains a priority as the club adjusts to the requirements of the top flight.

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By the Numbers

•Hull City avoided relegation to League One on goal difference 16 months ago.
•Sergej Jakirovic signed a two-year contract extension with the club on Friday.
•The club completed 18 new signings this summer totaling about £150 million.
•Tim Iroegbunam joined the team from Everton on transfer deadline day.
•Hull City faces Sunderland in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday.

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What they're saying

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As recently as last year Hull avoided relegation to League One only on goal difference. Fast-forward 16 months and they are now going toe to toe with the big names of the Premier League. The turnaround can be traced back to the arrival of Sergej Jakirovic before last season.
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