Although the official winter transfer window only opened today, even before its official start, the winter transfer window crossing record has been improved twice, and in the current football market, one can always expect rewritten history and new records. On the occasion of the first day of the transfer window, we present to you ten of the greatest winter transfer window crossings of all time.
9-10. Lucas Moura - 40 million euros (2012-2013 season) From "Sao Paulo" to "Paris Saint-Germain" In January 2013, "Paris Saint-Germain" spared no expense to acquire Lucas Moura, a member of the Brazilian national team, for 40 million euros from his hometown club "Sao Paulo." Despite fitting easily into the team, he lost his place in the starting lineup due to the arrival of players like Neymar and Kylian Mbappe. Rumors of his possible move to another club have circulated this winter.
9-10. Julian Draxler - 40 million euros (2016-2017 season) From "Wolfsburg" to "Paris Saint-Germain" For the same amount as Lucas Moura, Julian Draxler moved to PSG in January 2017. Despite difficulties in securing a solid starting position, he managed to score 13 goals and make 8 assists in 48 matches over the year.
... (continued for other players) ...1. Virgil van Dijk - 78.8 million euros (2017-2018 season) From "Southampton" to "Liverpool" On December 27, "Liverpool" made history by acquiring Virgil van Dijk for 75 million pounds, making him the most expensive winter transfer signing in the club's history. Van Dijk now faces immense pressure to perform well with such a high transfer fee, as he was brought in to strengthen Liverpool's defense.
