Key dates for Premier League and Football League clubs

Since the opening of summer transfer window on Thursday May 16^th, clubs across the leagues have been bolstering their ranks as well as retaining the services of key players. However the international window is controlled by FIFA. The date that FIFA’s window began on Sunday June 9th, which is when transfers from abroad can be finalised. The transfer window in the Premier League closes on Thursday, August 8 at 5pm but clubs can still sell players to other nations if the window in that country remains open. The transfer window in France, Spain and Germany closes on August 31, while Italy’s transfer window concludes on August 18. For Football League clubs the transfer window will close on the same date as the Premier League (August 8th) following a vote earlier in the season. However, the window will remain open for clubs in League One and League Two until a later date, which has been confirmed as Monday, September 2 at 5pm.

Paul Pogba seen among Manchester United players in pre-season tour (Photos)