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The Biggest Ever Sales by Each Premier League Club

July 7, 2025 Rasmus Kristensen

Player transfers have become an essential lifeline for many Premier League clubs. From record-smashing deals with European giants to lucrative moves to Saudi Arabia, here's a look at each club’s most expensive sale ever.

Burnley – Wilson Odobert (£30m to Tottenham, 2024)

Burnley’s record deal came in 2024 when young French winger Wilson Odobert moved to Tottenham for £30 million, including add-ons. Despite scoring only five goals in 34 appearances, Spurs gambled on his potential after Burnley’s relegation.

Sunderland – Jordan Pickford (£30m to Everton, 2017)

Following relegation in 2017, Sunderland sold academy graduate and England keeper Jordan Pickford to Everton for £30 million. The fee was hefty at the time, but Pickford has more than justified it, becoming one of England’s top goalkeepers.

Newcastle – Elliot Anderson (£35m to Nottingham Forest, 2024)

In a move driven by profit and sustainability rules, Newcastle sold homegrown midfielder Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest for £35 million in 2024. Though the club admitted it was a tough decision, it helped balance the books.

Arsenal – Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (£35m to Liverpool, 2017)

Arsenal's record outgoing transfer is surprisingly modest. They sold Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain to Liverpool for £35 million in 2017. Sadly, injuries marred what was expected to be a stellar career at both clubs.

Brentford – Ivan Toney (£40m to Al-Ahli, 2024)

After becoming Brentford’s all-time Premier League top scorer, Ivan Toney departed for Saudi side Al-Ahli in 2024 for £40 million. The move secured him a lucrative salary and earned Brentford a solid return.

Nottingham Forest – Brennan Johnson (£45m to Tottenham, 2023)

Forest were forced to sell academy star Brennan Johnson to Spurs in 2023 for £45 million to help comply with financial regulations. The fee was crucial, even if it later contributed to Forest’s points deduction.

Fulham – Aleksandar Mitrovic (£50m to Al-Hilal, 2023)

Aleksandar Mitrović — Photo: Vasiljevic Dimitrije / Shutterstock.com

Fulham’s prolific striker Aleksandar Mitrovic scored over 100 league goals before making a big-money move to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia for £50 million in 2023. His departure left a huge void at Craven Cottage.

Crystal Palace – Aaron Wan-Bissaka (£50m to Manchester United, 2019)

Palace cashed in on academy product Aaron Wan-Bissaka in 2019, selling the right-back to Manchester United for £50 million. Although his Old Trafford stint was rocky, it remains a landmark sale for Palace.

Leeds United – Raphinha (£55m to Barcelona, 2022)

After Leeds’ relegation scare, star winger Raphinha realized his dream move to Barcelona in 2022 for £55 million. Since then, he’s become one of La Liga’s standout performers, even entering Ballon d’Or conversations.

Wolves – Matheus Cunha (£62.5m to Manchester United, 2025)

Wolves smashed their own sales record yet again in 2025, selling Brazilian striker Matheus Cunha to Manchester United for £62.5 million. His 15 league goals the previous season convinced United to splash the cash.

Bournemouth – Dominic Solanke (£65m to Tottenham, 2024)

Solanke resurrected his career at Bournemouth after struggles at Liverpool, netting 19 league goals in 2023-24. That form earned him a £65 million move to Spurs, becoming the Cherries’ biggest-ever sale.

Manchester United – Cristiano Ronaldo (£80m to Real Madrid, 2009)

In 2009, United sold Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid for a then-world-record £80 million. It was the start of a legendary spell in Spain, where Ronaldo won four more Ballons d’Or and became Real’s all-time top scorer.

Manchester City – Julian Alvarez (£81.5m to Atletico Madrid, 2024)

Julián Álvarez — Marta Fernandez Jimenez / Shutterstock.com

Always in Erling Haaland’s shadow at City, Julian Alvarez secured a move to Atletico Madrid for £81.5 million in 2024. The transfer allowed him to finally lead the line and gave City a massive profit.

Tottenham – Gareth Bale (£85.3m to Real Madrid, 2013)

In 2013, Gareth Bale left Spurs for Real Madrid in a then-record £85.3 million deal. The Welshman won five Champions Leagues and scored one of the greatest final goals ever before returning to Spurs on loan years later.

Chelsea – Eden Hazard (£89m to Real Madrid, 2019)

Chelsea legend Eden Hazard joined Real Madrid in 2019 for £89 million after dazzling the Premier League for seven years. Unfortunately, injuries plagued his time in Spain, and he retired early at 32.

Everton – Romelu Lukaku (£90m to Manchester United, 2017)

Everton turned Lukaku into a superstar, prompting Manchester United to pay £90 million for the prolific Belgian in 2017. Though his United years were mixed, the sale remains a financial high point for Everton.

Aston Villa – Jack Grealish (£100m to Manchester City, 2021)

Boyhood Villa fan Jack Grealish made history in 2021 with his £100 million move to Manchester City. While still finding his best under Pep Guardiola, it was a transformative sum for Villa’s finances.

West Ham – Declan Rice (£105m to Arsenal, 2023)

West Ham captain Declan Rice left for Arsenal in 2023 for £105 million, fresh off lifting the Europa Conference League. He immediately became a cornerstone for the Gunners, making the record fee look justified.

Brighton – Moises Caicedo (£115m to Chelsea, 2023)

Brighton’s recruitment genius paid off again when they sold Moises Caicedo to Chelsea for £115 million in 2023. After only 45 league games for the Seagulls, his fee underlined how hot the market had become.

Liverpool – Philippe Coutinho (£142m to Barcelona, 2018)

Liverpool’s £142 million sale of Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona in 2018 remains the largest in Premier League history. The Reds smartly reinvested in Virgil van Dijk and Alisson, leading to a Champions League and Premier League triumph soon after.