The Premier League’s summer transfer window officially closed at 11pm on Sunday, bringing an end to the period during which clubs could sign new players. This means no more transfers until the winter window opens later in the year. For Everton, the closing came with frustration after a last-minute attempt to sign Folarin Balogun from Monaco collapsed. The forward had already completed a medical with Everton, but the club had to return to Monaco to renegotiate the deal. A new agreement was reached, with a contract outline prepared, but Balogun ultimately decided not to move to the Toffees. This was a setback for Everton, who had already lost two key attacking players during the window: Beto, who joined Fiorentina, and Iliman Ndiaye, who signed for Manchester City. Monaco also faced a major transfer collapse on deadline day. Lamine Camara, a 22-year-old Senegal international, seemed close to joining Chelsea after initial bids were rejected. Eventually, the clubs agreed on a €55m (£47.1m) fee, and Camara had his medical. However, after Everton’s attempt to sign Balogun failed, Monaco decided not to complete the deal with Chelsea. The club had not finalized the contract paperwork before the transfer window closed, which made it impossible to proceed with the move. Some reports suggest that Liverpool had approached Monaco to express interest in Camara for a potential transfer in 2027, possibly for a higher fee than the one offered by Chelsea. Other clubs were also active on deadline day. Chelsea showed interest in Martin Zubimendi, a Spanish midfielder at Arsenal, but the Gunners rejected any move. Liverpool, meanwhile, blocked a potential transfer for Cody Gakpo, who had wanted to join Manchester City. Gakpo reportedly spoke with Liverpool’s management to clarify the situation after they denied the transfer. Manchester United are also preparing for future changes, with players like Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, and others potentially leaving by 2027. The club may also lose Chido Obi soon, as the 18-year-old forward is seeking a loan move to a Dutch or Danish club, with Feyenoord reportedly interested. In the lower divisions, Wrexham has shown interest in Jamie Vardy, the 39-year-old free agent and England international. However, Vardy is also being pursued by São Paulo and Sheffield Wednesday. After scoring seven goals for Cremonese last season, Vardy left the club after they were relegated from Serie A. With several clubs vying for his signature, the veteran forward now has multiple options as he begins his next chapter.