June 2026 was a busy month for soccer transfers. Teams in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, English Football League, and Women’s Super League all made big changes to their squads. Here is a full look at who joined and who left.
Premier League: Major Ins and Outs
The top flight saw several high-profile moves. Clubs strengthened their defenses and midfields with experienced stars and young talent.
- Arsenal signed a veteran goalkeeper to add depth behind their starter.
- Manchester City brought in a young winger from a mid-table club.
- Chelsea offloaded two defenders to free up wages for a new striker.
- Liverpool let a long-serving midfielder leave on a free transfer.
- Manchester United completed a loan deal for a Spanish playmaker.
- Aston Villa broke their club record to land a top-tier striker.
Scottish Premiership & EFL: Surprise Swaps and Loans
Both the Scottish top division and the English lower leagues saw plenty of action. Some deals were permanent, while others were season-long loans.
- Celtics added a quick right-back from a Championship side.
- Rangers snapped up a veteran defender on a free transfer.
- Leeds United sold their star midfielder to a European club.
- Southampton brought in two loan players to bolster their promotion push.
- Sunderland signed a young striker from a League One rival.
- Derby County let their captain leave for a League Two side.
Women’s Super League: Rising Stars and Experienced Leaders
The WSL also had a busy window, with clubs focusing on both young prospects and proven internationals.
- Chelsea Women added a dynamic midfielder from a Spanish club.
- Manchester City Women signed a goal-scoring forward from a Swedish team.
- Arsenal Women brought back a former player who had been in the US league.
- Manchester United Women sold their top scorer to a French club.
- Liverpool Women landed a veteran defender on a two-year deal.
- Aston Villa Women loaned a promising goalkeeper from a top-four side.
What These Deals Mean for the Coming Season
These transfers shake up team rosters across all four leagues. Fans can expect new rivalries, stronger lineups, and some fresh faces to watch. The summer window is not over yet, but June gave us a clear idea of each team’s priorities. Stay tuned for more moves as clubs finalize their squads before the season starts.