Serie A clubs increase transfer spending ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
As the Serie A transfer window approaches its September 1 deadline, clubs are making significant financial moves. Collectively, the 20 Serie A teams have exceeded €1 billion in spending this summer, placing them second among Europe's top leagues, behind the Premier League. AC Milan leads with notable acquisitions, including Goncalo Ramos for €74 million. Milan opened their season with a 2-1 victory against Torino, while many top spenders claimed wins in their initial matches. Milan's new coach, Ruben Amorim, hinted at potential further signings before the window closes, emphasizing the balance between adding players and managing the squad effectively.
- •Serie A clubs are over €430 million in deficit this summer.
- •AC Milan hosts Venezia as the second round of the season begins.
- •Milan's opening win came against Torino by a score of 2-1.
- •Milan aims to finalize more transfers before the window closes.
- •Five of the six biggest spenders in Serie A won their opening matches.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — In shadow of Premier League, Serie A flexes financial muscle
"For Italian football this has been a chastening year, yet, ahead of a likely frenzy before their transfer window shuts on September 1, Serie A clubs have spent the summer asserting their place in Europe's financial pecking order.In all, the 20 Serie A clubs are almost 430mn euros in the red this summer, against just under 300mn euros in Spain.
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