Hull City sent shockwaves through the Premier League on deadline day, locking down midfielder Tim Iroegbunam from Everton in a massive £22 million deal! This team is officially not messing around, dropping serious cash and making moves that have everyone in the league buzzing. After a nine-year absence, Hull is back, and they are bringing the thunder right from the start of the season.
Iroegbunam’s £22M Bet and Why It Matters
Let’s talk about Iroegbunam first, because that’s the headline grabber. This 23-year-old midfielder is coming over from Everton, where he spent two years after joining from Aston Villa in 2024. Hull is shelling out an initial £13 million, but with add-ons, that price tag could hit a whopping £22 million for a five-year deal. That’s a serious commitment! The guy made 53 appearances for Everton, so he’s got Premier League experience, which is HUGE for a newly promoted side. Iroegbunam himself sounded pumped, saying, “From the first moment I heard about the opportunity to come and join this club, I was excited. Now, it’s finally done. It’s taken a long time but I’m excited to get started.” He even battled through an injury scare in pre-season that he thought might derail the whole thing. Talk about dedication!
Attacking Firepower and Defensive Steels Added
But wait, there’s more! Hull didn’t stop there. They also secured France Under-20 international Robinio Vaz, a 19-year-old forward from Roma, on a loan deal with an option to buy. This kid is gonna bolster their attack, for sure. On top of that, they snagged Germany Under-21 international Ilyas Ansah from Union Berlin for a reported 15 million euros, which is about £12.8 million, plus another 12 million euros in add-ons, also on a five-year contract. Ansah, a 6ft 4in forward who turns 22 in November, scored five goals in 36 matches for Union Berlin last season. He’s ready to give it all, saying, “I’m definitely a player who always gives his best and leaves it all on the pitch.” And for the back line? They agreed a £12 million deal for right-back Brooke Norton-Cuffy from Genoa. The 22-year-old English full-back, who started at Arsenal and was part of the England Under-21 squad that retained the European Championship in 2025, spent two years with the Serie A side. To balance the books, English full-back Cody Drameh, who played in all three of Hull’s games this season, is heading to Genoa for £3.4 million. It’s a serious shuffle, making this squad look totally different.
What’s Next for Hull’s New Era?
This deadline day blitz pushes Hull City’s summer signings to a staggering 16 players! Think about that for a second. Sixteen new faces. And it’s already paying off, with the club having won their first two matches back in the Premier League. The ambition is real, and they are not done yet, as they are reportedly in advanced talks to sign 19-year-old Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis for around £13 million. This guy is an 11-cap Greece international with 50 league appearances under his belt. With all these new players, including a massive £22 million investment in Iroegbunam, Hull City is making it clear: they are here to compete, not just participate. Get ready, Premier League, because Hull is coming at you with everything they’ve got!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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