Most expensive XI that moved this summer (2021-22)

# Central Midfielder - Rodrigo de Paul (Atletico Madrid) - €35 million

Rodrigo de Paul has been signed by Atletico Madrid.

Rodrigo de Paul has been a star performer for club and country. After excelling in Argentina's triumphant Copa America 2021 campaign, De Paul was snapped up by Atletico Madrid.

Although the reigning La Liga winners haven't made too many additions to their roster this summer, De Paul is one of their prized captures. He arrives at the Rojiblancos after a productive four-season stint at Udinese, where he racked up 70 goal contributions across competitions.

Rodrigo de Paul assist... pure class. Top deal for Atletico Madrid - signed him one month ago from Udinese for €35m final fee. Official announcement and medicals after Copa América. 🇦🇷 #AtleticoMadrid #DePaul #BRAxARG pic.twitter.com/EYenUIkGiP

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 11, 2021

De Paul has already hit the ground running in his new surroundings, picking up an assist in his first three league games. The 27-year-old could be one of the key players for Diego Simeone, who seeks to deliver consecutive league triumphs at Atletico Madrid.

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# Central Midfielder - Martin Odegaard (Arsenal) - €35 million

Martin Odegaard has arrived at Arsenal on a permanent move.

Martin Odegaard is one of the most exciting young midfielders in the game at the moment.

He made his Real Madrid debut almost six years ago, but chances to impress at the Spanish capital were difficult to come by. Despite impressing in a loan stint at Real Sociedad, the Norwegian star struggled to break into the Real Madrid first team.

Odegaard was once again sent out on loan, this time to Arsenal, where he impressed during a short spell in the second half of last season. As things turned out, Odegaard was still surplus to requirements in Madrid. So the Gunners did not hesitate to bring in the midfielder on a permanent deal.

Martin Ødegaard will sign his contract as new Arsenal player today. The agreement will be until June 2026 [option included] - Real Madrid are also preparing their official statement 🔴 #AFCAaron Ramsdale deal between Arsenal and Sheffield Utd will be also completed ‘very soon’.

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2021

Odegaard recently made his second 'debut' for the club. He could be a key player in turning around Arsenal's wretched start to the season after a busy summer.