Barcola next? The most expensive new signings with zero Premier League goals or assists

Matt Stead lists the most expensive signings in Premier League history who failed to register a single goal or assist during their debut seasons. The article highlights recent expensive additions including Mateus Fernandes, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Savio, Carlos Baleba, and Iliman Ndiaye, who could break previous records if their debut campaigns finish without any league goal contributions.

The feature examines past transfers, noting Romeo Lavia's £58m move to Chelsea as the current record holder after playing only 32 minutes in 2023/24. Other highlighted players include Kalvin Phillips at Manchester City, Tyler Dibling at Everton, and Igor Thiago at Brentford, alongside historical examples like Davy Klaassen and Stewart Downing.