The Premier League, in particular, witnessed several unexpected moves that left fans and pundits equally stunned.

As the 2025/26 season unfolds, clubs that were active in strengthening their squads over the summer are hoping their gambles pay off in the race for silverware and Champions League spots.

Here are five of the most surprising transfers of the summer.

Jadon Sancho – Manchester United ➝ Aston Villa

Perhaps the biggest curveball of the window was Jadon Sancho’s late switch to Aston Villa. For much of the summer, the England winger appeared destined to remain at Old Trafford, with links to Roma, Galatasaray, and others failing to materialize.

Then, on Deadline Day, Villa swooped in to secure his signature. The move ensures Sancho stays in the Premier League, giving him a fresh start and the chance to push for a spot in England’s squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Aston Villa is delighted to announce the signing of Jadon Sancho from Manchester United.

The England international joins Villa on a season-long loan.

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) September 1, 2025

Oleksandr Zinchenko – Arsenal ➝ Nottingham Forest (loan)

Few would have predicted Arsenal’s Zinchenko ending up at Nottingham Forest. With Riccardo Calafiori back from injury and firmly established in Mikel Arteta’s plans, Zinchenko found himself slipping down the pecking order.

In search of regular minutes, the Ukrainian full-back opted for a season-long loan to Nuno Espírito Santo’s Forest side, a move that surprised both fans and analysts given his importance to Arsenal in past campaigns.

Welcome to Nottingham Forest, Oleksandr Zinchenko! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/QFS00VoCMV

— Nottingham Forest (@NFFC) September 1, 2025

Ben Chilwell – Chelsea ➝ Strasbourg

Another eyebrow-raising deal came from Stamford Bridge, where Chelsea announced Ben Chilwell’s permanent departure to French outfit Strasbourg.

The left-back had endured a difficult spell on loan at Crystal Palace last season and struggled to attract suitors in England. His decision to take on a fresh challenge in Ligue 1 marks a turning point in his career, and few saw this move coming.

Ben Chilwell has completed a permanent transfer to RC Strasbourg.

Thank you and good luck, Chilly.

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) September 1, 2025

Christantus Uche – Getafe ➝ Crystal Palace

One of the most under-the-radar but shocking Deadline Day deals involved Nigerian forward Christantus Uche. Hardly linked with a move throughout the summer, Uche suddenly emerged as a new signing for Crystal Palace.

Speaking after sealing the switch from Getafe, Uche said:

“This moment is unbelievable. I’m very lucky to be here today and this club is a big opportunity for me.”

The surprise addition is expected to bolster Palace’s attacking depth heading into the new campaign.

Christantus Uche, welcome to Palace ❤️💙

— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) September 1, 2025

Randal Kolo Muani – PSG ➝ Tottenham Hotspur (loan)

Tottenham pulled off one of the most sensational Deadline Day coups by landing Randal Kolo Muani on loan from Paris Saint-Germain.

The French international was widely tipped to play a key role at PSG this season, but Spurs’ urgent need for firepower—after Heung-Min Son’s exit and James Maddison’s long-term injury—opened the door for this unlikely deal.

Handed the No. 39 shirt, Kolo Muani’s arrival alongside fellow PSG talent Xavi Simons added a dramatic twist to the final hours of the window and gave Spurs fans renewed hope.

We are delighted to announce the signing of Randal Kolo Muani on a season-long loan from Paris Saint-Germain ✍️

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 1, 2025

These transfers prove once again that the summer window always has a few surprises in store, with clubs making last-minute moves that can reshape their season.

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BlueCo, the consortium that owns both Chelsea and French club Strasbourg, has finalized an agreement to sign Julio Enciso from Brighton & Hove Albion.

The 21-year-old Paraguayan midfielder, currently sidelined with a knee injury, will initially link up with Strasbourg before eventually making the switch to Stamford Bridge. The deal is worth around £13.8 million, with Enciso already having agreed on personal terms.

Enciso’s arrival extends BlueCo’s recruitment trend from Brighton since taking charge of Chelsea in 2022. Should the move be completed, he will become the fifth player acquired from the Seagulls after Moisés Caicedo, Marc Cucurella, Robert Sánchez, and João Pedro. Unlike Enciso, however, those players joined Chelsea directly.

 

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Signed from Paraguayan side Libertad in 2022, Enciso made 57 senior appearances for Brighton. He struggled for game time last season under new manager Fabian Hürzeler and was loaned to Ipswich Town in January. Despite Ipswich’s eventual relegation, he impressed with two goals and three assists in 13 games.

On the international stage, Enciso has been capped 27 times by Paraguay, scoring four goals since making his debut as a 17-year-old in 2021.

While fans will be eager to see him in action, Enciso’s debut for Strasbourg will have to wait until he completes his recovery from injury.

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