The Football Statistics Network (Squaka) identified the worst English Premier League deals. Ali Dia is classified as the worst football deal in the world, not just in England.
Despite impressing for Manchester United, Romelu Lukaku returned to Chelsea in 2021 for a club record fee. Danny Drinkwater disappointed the Blues fans and scored only one goal during the 23 matches he played with the team over 5 full seasons. Alexis Sanchez signed for Arsenal for £3.3 million, but the player went out on loan to other clubs.