From Kylian Mbappé's move to Paris Saint-Germain for £166M to Jude Bellingham's transfer to Real Madrid for £86M, marquee signings are often among the most sensational events in a football season. Journalists, fans, and the public alike spend months speculating over what expensive signings football clubs will make during the winter and summer transfer windows. This video essay delves into what exactly constitutes a "marquee" signing and player, explores the sociological aspects of these acquisitions, and examines the criticisms they receive due to their exorbitant and spectacular nature.

SUBSCRIBE:    / @watchalexander  
TWITTER:   / alexanderxg  

Sources: https://pastebin.com/2FqpjH2m
Note: All costs, prices, and numbers have been converted to GBP for consistency. If you need the original, non-translated figures (euro, dollar, etc.), please refer to the relevant source.

0:00 What Are Marquee Signings?
1:55 The Spectacle of Marquee Signings
3:05 Marquee Signings And Prestige
4:55 Marquee Signings And Power
6:10 Criticisms of Marquee Signings

Business Email: [email protected]

Tags: #transfer #realmadrid #premierleague