The winter transfer window for Premier League, EFL, and Scottish clubs opens on Thursday, 1 January 2026. It runs for a full month, closing at 19:00 GMT on Monday, 2 February. This scheduling avoids a weekend deadline, mirroring past adjustments made for logistical reasons.

Premier League clubs shattered spending records in the 2025 summer window, splashing out a combined £3.087bn. Liverpool's £125m capture of Alexander Isak set a British record, with England's top flight outspending the Bundesliga, La Liga, Ligue 1, and Serie A combined. Expect a more cautious market this winter.

Women's Super League teams have a slightly different schedule, operating from 2 January to 3 February. Their activity is driven by the Asian Cup in Australia, featuring talent from South Korea, Japan, China, and the host nation. Saudi Arabia aligns with Europe, opening 5 January and closing 2 February.