Premier League Transfer Spending Nears £2.37 Billion After Leeds Signs Okafor

The Premier League has set a new record for transfer spending this summer, surpassing £2.37 billion, as Leeds United signed Swiss forward Noah Okafor from AC Milan for around £18 million. Okafor, 25, has joined Leeds on a four-year contract and is the club's ninth signing since their promotion, fitting the team's strategy of adding physically strong and versatile players. Despite limited playing time at Milan and a brief loan spell at Napoli, Okafor impressed during his pre-season and is eager to prove himself in what he calls the best and most intense football league in the world. This transfer window has seen heavy investment from top clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Arsenal, as well as significant spending from promoted clubs like Sunderland and Burnley. Leeds manager Daniel Farke and the club are hopeful Okafor will be a key player as they aim to solidify their Premier League status following their recent Championship success. The record spending reflects the Premier League's financial dominance over other major European leagues this summer.