Teams with varying budgets have been splashing the cash and working round the clock to get their teams ready for the new season.
As it stands, this League One campaign looks to be more competitive than ever, with some pre-season promotion favourites – Ipswich Town and Charlton Athletic to name a few – already dropping points.
It’ll take time for teams to gel and players to get used to their new surroundings, but some of the best transfers on this list have already hit the ground running and shown their worth.
But it isn’t just about this season, successful transfers can change the entire trajectory of a football club for years to come.
Considering the value of the player, their pedigree, how they’ve performed so far and their potential, here are the most impressive signings in League One so far.
- by Freddie Webb
5. Jayden Stockley - Preston to Charlton (Undisclosed fee)
Pompey’s loss was Charlton’s gain as the Addicks won the race to secure Stockley’s signature from Preston. Having already scored eight goals and two assists from a previous loan spell at the Valley, Stockley is a proven goalscorer who can lead the line and be a focal point for years to come. Picture: James Chance/Getty Images Photo: James Chance
6. Scott Twine - Swindon to MK Dons (Free transfer but compensation to be paid)
MK Dons have more than adequately replaced Fraser by bringing in Scott Twine from Swindon Town. The 22-year-old has already shown to have great potential by scoring long-range screamers and setting up his team-mates at a relegated Robins side last season, registering seven goals and three assists. He’s already scored twice and set up one goal for his new team, and could be the long-term creative force for the Dons. Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton
7. Steve Seddon - Birmingham to Oxford United (Undisclosed fee)
It won’t be a surprise to many Pompey fans to see Steve Seddon on a list of best League One transfers. Seddon adds boundless energy and a set-piece threat from left-back, all while being defensively reliable. He’s a modern full-back who can do everything, and given his pedigree at League One level, the 23-year-old is a great signing for the U’s. Picture: Tony Marshall/Getty Images Photo: Tony Marshall
8. Sullay Kaika - Blackpool to Wycombe (Free transfer)
Having already been part of one successful promotion campaign, Kaikai will look to replicate that success at Adams Park. The winger signed on a free transfer after seven goals and eight assists for Blackpool last season. He'll once again be hoping to use his intelligent footballing brain and pace to strike fear into more full-backs this season. Picture: Stu Forster/Getty Images Photo: Stu Forster