Based on value, performances and their overall impact on their new teams, these are the 2018-19 arrivals who have most stood out across Europe
Getty15Borja Iglesias (Celta to Espanyol – €10m)
While Espanyol are going to finish mid-table in La Liga, their star striker Borja Iglesias has caught the eye since joining from Celta, banging in 17 league goals and attracting interest from Premier League side Everton.
Before this season, the 26-year-old had only ever made one La Liga appearance – for Celta in 2014-15 – but came of age leading the Espanyol line this campaign after years of playing in the lower leagues.
Last season he was plying his trade for Segunda club Real Zaragoza, where he struck 23 times in 43 matches.
AdvertisementGetty Images14Ricardo Pereira (Porto to Leicester City – €19.8m)
The Portuguese full-back's winning goal against Manchester City in December threw a spanner in the Premier League title race that Pep Guardiola's team eventually fought back from.
Pereira was a constant menace down the right flank, combining his defensive duties with providing an attacking outlet – contributing seven assists.
The 25-year-old will form a crucial cog in Brendan Rodgers' plans to get Leicester further up the table next season.
Getty13Fabinho (Monaco to Liverpool – €50.4m)
Fears were raised by supporters when the Brazilian midfielder had yet to play a Premier League game as mid-October rolled around.
But Reds coach Jurgen Klopp was letting the 25-year-old get his fitness up and settle into Anfield before unleashing him on opponents.
Fabinho became an indispensable part of the team once he made his debut, and even filled in at right-back and centre-half when called upon.
Michael Regan12Raul Jimenez (Benfica to Wolves – €34.5m)
After struggling to be prolific in front of goal during his career, the 28-year-old found his best form while on loan at Wolves, scoring 13 goals and getting eight assists in 38 Premier League matches.
The Mexican striker's highlights included scoring against Liverpool, Tottenham, Chelsea and Manchester United, with Wolves flying high after promotion to finish in seventh position.
Jimenez's performances saw Wolves sign him permanently on a four-year contract.