The Premier League's January transfer window closed on February 2, 2026, with Crystal Palace securing a club-record £48m signing of Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves as the standout move. Several clubs bolstered their squads amid a relatively quiet deadline day, while Jean-Philippe Mateta's proposed transfer to AC Milan fell through due to fitness concerns. Other notable deals included Nottingham Forest's acquisition of Luca Netz and Brighton's recall of Matt O’Riley.
The transfer deadline day unfolded with limited high-profile activity compared to expectations, but Crystal Palace emerged as one of the busier clubs. They finalized the £48m deal for Norwegian forward Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves, marking a club record. The 25-year-old, who scored 14 goals for Wolves in the 2024-25 season to aid their survival, signed a four-and-a-half-year contract. Palace chairman Steve Parish stated: “We’re delighted that Jorgen has chosen to continue his impressive journey with us and look forward to seeing him in action at Selhurst Park.” Strand Larsen added: “I’m really excited to come to Crystal Palace. It’s been something I’ve wanted to do for a long time now. I’m here to bring energy and goals, and to try to do my best for the club.” This signing came after Mateta's £26m move to AC Milan collapsed over medical issues, leaving the 28-year-old, who has 56 goals in 186 appearances for Palace, at the club despite his desire to leave. Juventus may revive interest in the French striker.
Nottingham Forest added left-back Luca Netz from Borussia Monchengladbach on a four-and-a-half-year deal, their third signing of the window alongside Lorenzo Lucca and Stefan Ortega. Netz, 22, said: “Nottingham Forest is a great club with a unique history. The chance to play for this club in the Premier League immediately excited me.”
Brighton saw midfielder Brajan Gruda depart on loan to RB Leipzig until season's end, after his £25m arrival from Mainz in August 2024, where he scored four goals and provided eight assists in 45 games. They recalled Matt O’Riley from Marseille, where he made 25 appearances. Manager Fabian Hurzeler commented: “We’re pleased to welcome Matt back to the club. We know all about his qualities and I have no doubt he will settle back into the group very quickly. He’s had a good spell with Marseille.”
Chelsea defender Axel Disasi is set for a loan to West Ham, while they recalled Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg. Sheffield United signed Kalvin Phillips on loan from Manchester City, the 30-year-old having struggled since his £45m move from Leeds in 2022. Sunderland invested £17.5m in winger Nilson Angulo from Anderlecht on a four-and-a-half-year deal, amid several outgoing loans and sales.
Earlier rumors of Sandro Tonali moving to Arsenal were dismissed by Newcastle, who confirmed he is not for sale amid their midfield injury issues.
