12 Best January Signings in Premier League History
Despite its recent prominence, the January transfer window was only introduced in 2002/03. Created by UEFA for continent-wide harmony, clubs have utilized it to address squad issues or find injury replacements. Some signings have been disappointing, while others have paid off exceptionally well. Here are the 12 best January signings in Premier League history:
1.
Nemanja Vidic
(Spartak Moscow to Manchester United, 2006): A no-nonsense defender, Vidic won five Premier League titles and played a key role in Manchester United’s success.2.
Virgil van Dijk
(Southampton to Liverpool, 2018): A cornerstone of Liverpool’s recent success, Van Dijk is considered one of the most important players in the team’s well-oiled machine.3.
Luis Suarez
(Ajax to Liverpool, 2011): Suarez was a game-changer for Liverpool, scoring 82 goals and registering 46 assists in 133 appearances.4.
Andy Cole
(Newcastle to Manchester United, 1995): Cole was a prolific scorer for Manchester United, scoring 121 goals and contributing 44 assists in 275 games.5.
Patrice Evra
(Monaco to Manchester United, 2006): Evra became one of the best full-backs in Premier League history, winning five Premier League titles with Manchester United.6.
Bruno Fernandes
(Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United, 2020): Fernandes has been instrumental in Manchester United’s resurgence, scoring 70 goals and providing 59 assists in 228 appearances.7.
Robert Huth
(Stoke City to Leicester, 2015): Huth played a crucial role in Leicester’s dramatic surge to survival in 2015 and their subsequent Premier League title win in 2016.8.
Philippe Coutinho
(Inter Milan to Liverpool, 2013): Coutinho was a shining light for Liverpool, scoring 54 goals and registering 45 assists in 201 appearances.9.
Gary Cahill
(Bolton to Chelsea, 2012): Cahill was a solid defender for Chelsea, winning a Premier League title in 2015.10.
Jermain Defoe
(Portsmouth to Tottenham, 2009): Defoe scored 140 goals for Tottenham across two spells, helping them qualify for the Champions League for the first time.11.
Nemanja Matic
(Benfica to Chelsea, 2014): Matic became a key cog in Chelsea’s success, winning two Premier League titles and playing a vital role in their midfield.12.
