The Premier League's summer 2023 and 2024 winter transfer windows saw record spending, with a whopping £2.44 billion, £300 million higher than the previous record. Since some teams spend money in the market at will, this means that there are many costly mistakes and teams teetering on the edge of financial fair play. (Data as of April 13)
The cost of a Premier League team per win!
20. Luton
The cost of each win is £2.98 million
It's been a tough season for the weakest team in the Premier League. However, despite the odds, they may be the only promoted polo team to survive. Luton are worth just over £20 million in total, so it's no surprise that they are struggling in the relegation zone. At the time of writing, they sit third from bottom in the Premier League table, a remarkable fact considering the second-to-bottom team is still worth £100 million more than them. Luton have claimed a total of six wins, with each win costing just £2.98 million.
19. Fulham
The cost of each win is £14 million
In recent years, Marco Silva and his team have brilliantly blocked Fulham's 'lift' mode. Now, the London side has established themselves in the Premier League. Fulham have won 11 league games so far this season and are currently 13th in the Premier League, with each win costing £14 million.
18. Brighton
The cost of each win is £15.7 million
Another team that has continued to excel in the transfer market of late is Brighton. Whether under Graham Potter or Roberto De Zerbi, the Seagulls have a knack for spotting some of the best young talent, signing them for a low price and developing them into some of Europe's hottest players. Brighton have won 11 games this season at a cost of £15.7 million.
17. Wolves
The cost of each win is £15.7 million
This season, Wolves have won 12 games at a cost of £15.7 million each.
16. Aston Villa
The cost of each win is £18.7 million
Under Unai Emery, Villa have won 18 games this season at a cost of £18.7 million each.
15. Bournemouth
The cost of each win is £22.1 million
Bournemouth have won 11 games this season at a cost of £22.1 million each.
14. Brentford
The cost of each win is £22.5 million
Brentford have just seven wins this season and each of them costs £22.5 million.
13. West Ham United
The cost of each win is £26 million
West Ham have won 13 games this season at a cost of £26 million each.
12. Arsenal
The cost of each win is £26.4 million
After years in the mire, Arsenal's performance has been a pleasant surprise. Arsenal have not won the Premier League trophy for 20 years and this season is the second year in a row that they are expected to do so. Mikel Arteta has excelled during his tenure as manager, recognising that his squad needs to be strengthened and is not afraid to spend big money on the right fit. That's why Arsenal sit so low on this list, with the Spaniard always finding a player who suits their style, so victory is a natural fit. The Gunners have won 22 games this season, more than any other team, meaning the Gunners' cost per win has dropped to £26.4 million.
11. Everton
The cost of each win is £26.7 million
Everton have won nine games this season at a cost of £26.7 million each.
10. Liverpool
The cost of each win is £27.2 million
Between now and the end of the season, Liverpool's mission is clear. Before Klopp ended his tenure at Liverpool, bringing him a second Premier League title. No matter what you think of the German, there is no doubt that he is one of the most historic figures this team has ever seen. Arsenal have won 21 league games this season at a cost of £27.2 million each.
9. Nottingham Forest
The cost of each win is £30.3 million
The former Champions League legend has a total squad worth more than £200 million and has won just seven Premier League games all season, costing £30.3 million per win.
8. Tottenham
The cost of each win is £30.6 million
Tottenham have won 18 games this season at a cost of £30.6 million each.
7. Crystal Palace
The cost of each win is £31.5 million
Crystal Palace have won seven games this season at a cost of £31.5 million each.
6. Newcastle United
The cost of each win is £34.2 million
The team's fortunes have changed dramatically since the Saudi-backed PIF took over and poured a lot of money into Newcastle United. The Magpies have won 15 games this season at a cost of £34.2 million each.
5. Sheffield United
The cost of each win is £37.3 million
Sheffield United's team total value is the second-lowest in the Premier League, yet they have the fifth-highest cost per win at £37.3 million.
4. Manchester City
The cost of each win is £38.8 million
Given that City currently have three players in the top 20 of the most expensive signings in Premier League history, it is not surprising that they are so high in the rankings, despite their excellent performance. Manchester City are the second-most expensive team in the entire league, so no matter how many games they win, the cost of each win will remain high.
3. Burnley
The cost of each win is £39.9 million
Burnley have just four wins this season at a cost of £39.9 million.
2. Manchester United
The cost of each win is £49.1 million
It can be called the "perfect" combination of an expensive lineup and poor results. United have won just 15 league games this season, with the cost of each win soaring to £49.1 million.
1. Chelsea
The cost of each win is £72.3 million
With Todd Boehly's way of spending money, even if Chelsea win all the games, they will be at the top of this list. In fact, they haven't even won half of their Premier League games this season, despite spending more than £1 billion since the American boss took over. Chelsea have won just 12 games this season, with each win costing a whopping £72.3 million.