EUROPEAN TRANSFERS: THE BIGGEST DEALS IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE 2019/2020

It’s still relatively early doors in the Premier League transfer window but already there have been some eye-catching deals.

Champions Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have spent big money on defensive midfielders.

Below is a list of new signings to watch out for in the Premier League 2019/2020 season.

The 23-year-old Spanish defensive midfielder is Manchester City’s record signing. Generally known as Rodri, the player will wear the name Rodrigo on his shirt.

Bayern Munich were also very interest in matching his buyout clause that Atlético slapped on the Spanish international who loves to tackle and will finally provide competition for Fernandinho.

Rodri is a great shield for his defence. Besides being a top defensive midfielder, he is also a good passer in true Spanish fashion.

Spurs didn’t sign a single player last season but have returned to the market with a bang. The signing of midfielder Ndombele, who attracted interest from Europe’s elite, represents great business from Spurs.

He signed a six-year deal after the London club shattered their transfer record. They paid Lyon €62m (£55.45m) plus €10m in add-ons – surpassing the £42m paid to Ajax for Davinson Sánchez.

Ndombele, like a former Spurs midfielder Moussa Dembele, is a willing and very able dribbler from central midfield. He also the ability to play defence-splitting passes. Definitely one to watch.

The England age-group international made his first-team debut for Crystal Palace less than 18 months ago. Since then his reputation has skyrocketed because of his all-action style at both ends of the pitch.

Wan-Bissaka signed a five-year contract with United United. They paid Palace £45m and another £5m in add-ons. The deal makes him the United’s fifth-biggest signing.

Because Wan-Bissaka is an ex-winger, crossing and dribbling 1v1 come naturally to him. His defensive capability is what has impressed most onlookers. He is hard to beat 1v1 and times his slide tackles to perfection.

Leicester broke their transfer record for the 22-year-old Belgian after an excellent short term loan last season.

Tielemans made 13 appearances under Brendan Rogers on loan from Monaco, he scored three times, during his loan spell, which was enough to convince Leicester to splash £40 million.

The central midfielder has a devilish long-range shot off either foot, passes in between the lines and can be the heartbeat of the team. A big statement from the former Premier League champions.

West Ham confirmed that he is the club’s second most expensive signing, behind Brazilian winger Felipe Anderson, who joined for £33.5 million last summer window.

Fornals was part of the Spanish Under-21squad which took part in the European Championship last month. He is a technically minded playmaker who can operate in a variety of midfield areas, giving the Hammers another creative presence alongside the likes of Felipe Andersen and Samir Nasri.

Besides also being an excellent dribbler, he also possesses an engine to drop deep to win the ball back or can press high up the pitch.

Signed in the January transfer window for £64 million but will make his debut in this upcoming season under Frank Lampard. The fee made him the most expensive American footballer in history

The 21-year-old American has been one of the most talked-about prospects since his teens in the States. He played a minimal part in Dortmund’s season last year after making an immediate impact in Bundesliga.

Chelsea will hope he can will the Eden Hazard void with his multi-footed dribbling skills and pace. He can play in wide areas or through the middle.

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