Premier League clubs have until 7pm on Monday evening to complete their summer transfer business, but those scrambling to finalise deals may still have extra time if they submit an official transfer deal sheet.
The deal sheet, introduced in 2008 after a number of transfers collapsed due to paperwork issues, allows clubs to confirm that an agreement has been reached before the deadline passes. Once submitted, sides are given a further two hours to complete the necessary paperwork.
This means that, in theory, Premier League clubs have until 9pm on deadline day to get deals over the line. However, a key rule applies: the transfer must already be agreed between the clubs, with the fee and any add-ons submitted on the sheet. Only the official paperwork remains to be completed.
The 2025 summer transfer window closes at 7pm on Monday, September 1, earlier than the usual 11pm deadline. This summer has also seen two separate windows due to the Club World Cup, adding further complexity to an already hectic deadline day.
