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The most promising football transfers in the 2026/27 season & how the betting odds could change
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People who followed the 2026 summer transfer window now know that it brought record spending, surprising departures, and exciting young talent. In fact, clubs in the Premier League alone spent around 3.5Bn on transfers, but having expensive signings does not always mean they are the most successful. In fact, the most promising arrivals usually offer a combination of ability, opportunity, and technical suitability.
So, which were the most promising transfers in the 2026/27 season and how did they impact the sports betting market? Let’s dive in and see what we know so far.
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Enzo Fernandez - Chelsea to Manchester City
Unsurprisingly, Manchester City made one of the biggest transfers of the summer window by adding Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea. The club paid the jaw-dropping sum of £125m, a record for the EPL.
City had to make the big transfer after it became clear that Rodri would leave the club. Fernandez seemed to fit in really well because of his composure, precise passing and his ability to connect the defence with the attack. The signing alone had an impact on many of the betting odds for them, including in the Еfirbet's bet of the day picks, where many bookies started favouring City more because of that. Considering that the club also added another big name (more about it in the next paragraph), it’s no surprise that bookies believe it’s
We will have to wait and see, but overall, he seems to fit well into City’s current lineup. When
Elliot Anderson - Nottingham Forest to Manchester City
Manchester City made another big transfer, and this time it was Elliot Anderson. He became a part of the club this summer after the latter spent around £116m, making him one of the most expensive new signings.
Anderson proved himself as a solid midfielder who can step in when needed. He has the ability to advance the ball through congested areas and also fits well into City’s current lineup.
What also makes him interesting is that he is just 23 years old, so he has significant room to improve over the next couple of years. Assuming he does well, the player will also have a significant impact on why some people will decide to bet on Manchester City.
Bradley Barcola - Paris Saint-Germain to Liverpool
Man City was not the only big EPL club to make major transfers. Liverpool also made a significant move during the summer transfer window by adding Bradley Barcola from PSG. Those who’ve followed PSG know that the French winger has incredible speed and creativity and this is exactly what Liverpool needed.
Barcola will have the unenviable task of filling in the gap left by Mohamed Salah, one of the club’s most legendary players. This departure had a significant impact on Liverpool, as even some betting sites increased their odds of the team winning the English Premier League.
Even though Barcola seems to be a solid replacement for Mo Salah, he will need some time to adapt to the Premier League. Assuming everything goes well, there is a good chance he will become one of the most important players for the Reds.
Ayyoub Bouaddi - Lille to Manchester City
City’s final big transfer of the season included the addition of Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lolle. The club paid close to £100m for the 19-year-old Moroccan midfielder, so it’s no surprise he is one of the most exciting prospects in European football right now.
Bouaddi will be one of the players that many football fans will follow closely. Considering his age and the fact that it is his first season, we expect that he won’t get that much playing time right away.
Carlos Baleba - Brighton to Manchester United
Manchester United also made a big move in the latest transfer window by adding Carlos Baleba from Brighton for around £70m. The 22-year-old midfielder from Cameroon comes with fresh skills and energy to carry the ball forward, which was one of United’s weak spots.
The inclusion of the young player in United’s lineup already influenced the odds for the club to finish among the top four. The battle will be fierce because we have many EPL teams that look good, but he has the potential to make a difference.
Gonçalo Ramos - PSG to AC Milan
It’s been a while since Italian football fans saw a big transfer in Serie A, so AC Milan decided to change that. The club spent around £60m for Gonçalo Ramos as the Portuguese striker joined from PSG.
He scored 45 goals in 131 matches for the French powerhouse, so he definitely has the potential to shine in Italy. It will be interesting to see if he can actually adapt to Italian football quickly enough to become one of Milan’s core players.
Assuming Ramos starts scoring goals regularly, the odds for AC Milan to win the competition will increase. If not that, the club will have a solid chance at securing a spot for the Champions League.
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