10 of the best Premier League signings of the season thus far ahead of January window

Hugo Ekitike made the move to Liverpool this summer ( Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)

With the January transfer window ready to swing open next month, it could be a good time to take a look at some of the summer's best-performing signings. Around £3billion was spent collectively by Premier League clubs with hopes of bolstering ahead of 2025/26, but some stars have fared far better than others.

For example, Florian Wirtz set a new transfer record when he signed for Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen for £116m, but has failed to live up to his price tag just yet. Meanwhile, Eberechi Eze set Arsenal back around £67.5m when he made the move to the Emirates Stadium from Crystal Palace , and has outperformed Liverpool's German playmaker considerably.

1 of 10 Martin Zubimendi Martin Zubimendi signed for Arsenal from Real Sociedad in a £51m move this summer, and has impressed ever since. Instrumental in the Gunners' race for the Premier League title this term, the Spaniard has been a rock in the centre of the park, also providing an attacking edge in part. ( Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

2 of 10 Hugo Ekitike While the headlines were all about Alexander Isak's £125m move to Liverpool on deadline day, Hugo Ekitike has outperformed his Swedish strike partner at Anfield and on the road. After securing a £79m move from Eintracht Frankfurt, Ekitike has found the back of the net eight times in the Premier League alone this season - a shining light in a struggling Reds team. ( Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)

3 of 10 Granit Xhaka Named club captain for good reason upon his arrival, Granit Xhaka has orchestrated Sunderland's midfield from the outset and throughout this term. Signed by Regis Le Bris' team for £17.3m, the 33-year-old has exceeded the valuation Bayer Leverkusen put on him and then some. ( Image: Getty Images)

4 of 10 Jack Grealish Jack Grealish has struggled to find his place in Pep Guardiola's Manchester City squad since arriving from Aston Villa in 2021, but has showed the Sky Blues exactly what they're missing during his current loan stint with Everton. ( Image: Getty Images)

5 of 10 Robin Roefs Sunderland were happy to meet NEC's £11.5m valuation of Robin Roefs this summer, and it's clear to see why. The shot stopper has six clean sheets to his name this season so far, instrumental to the Black Cats' success. ( Image: Getty Images)

6 of 10 Nick Woltemade Just up the road on Tyneside, meanwhile, Nick Woltemade has instantly became a club hero with Newcastle United due to his inspired performances in front of goal. The 6ft6' £69m Stuttgart man has scored seven goals for the Magpies this season, and is a true handful for opposing defenders. ( Image: Getty Images)

7 of 10 Matheus Cunha Manchester United signed Matheus Cunha from Wolves in a £62.5m deal this summer, with the Brazilian living up to expectations at Old Trafford. Often playing as a No.10, the striker has a tally of three goals and an assist to his name from 14 appearances. ( Image: Getty Images)

8 of 10 Mohammed Kudus Mohammed Kudus may have upset West Ham fans by making the move to London rival Tottenham Hotspur for around £55m, but he's enjoying a new lease of life under Thomas Frank. The right winger has six assists to show for his efforts this season, with his ball control and pace proving particularly problematic for opposition. ( Image: Getty Images)

9 of 10 Malick Thiaw Malick Thiaw has been stoic in the heart of defence for Eddie Howe's Newcastle United since his £34.6m move from AC Milan this summer. While the Magpies' back line has looked disjointed in parts this season, Thiaw has enjoyed some incredible performances alongside Dan Burn. ( Image: Newcastle United via Getty Image)

10 of 10 Rayan Cherki While Guardiola may not be the biggest fan of his creativity and expression, Rayan Cherki has proven worth his weight in gold this term. After joining Manchester City from Lyon in a £34m move this summer, the Frenchman has racked up a goal and six assists - a threat on the wing and on the edge of the area. ( Image: Getty Images)