Premier League Cites Exceptional Circumstances Related to FIFA Club World Cup as the Reason for Announcing Two Summer Transfer Windows

The Premier League has announced the scheduling of two summer transfer windows this year, a decision attributed to "exceptional" circumstances arising from the FIFA Club World Cup. The first window, deviating from the usual schedule, will open from Sunday, June 1, to Tuesday, June 10, and then temporarily close before reopening on Monday, June 16. The second transfer window will adhere to the standard schedule, closing on Monday, September 1. 

This adjustment is in response to FIFA's announcement of an interim transfer window for clubs participating in the Club World Cup, allowing teams such as Chelsea and Manchester City to reinforce their squads and finalize contract extensions prior to the tournament's commencement in the United States on June 14. This decision was made following a Premier League meeting on Thursday, where an agreement was reached to accommodate the needs of clubs involved in the FIFA Club World Cup, while also addressing concerns from other Premier League teams regarding competitive disadvantage.