The ongoing transfer window in football has seen a significant amount of spending from clubs across Europe, with many teams looking to strengthen their squads ahead of the upcoming season.
However, there is growing concern that this level of spending could be putting pressure on European qualification spots, as some clubs may struggle to secure a place in the Champions League or Europa League.
One club that has been heavily linked with big spending in recent weeks is Manchester United, who have reportedly spent over £200 million on new players. This comes after they failed to qualify for the Champions League last season and were knocked out of the Europa League by Villarreal.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid have also made significant signings in the transfer market, including the loan signing of Eden Hazard from Chelsea. However, despite their success in the Premier League, Real Madrid will still face tough competition from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, who both finished above them in La Liga last season.
Other clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich have also been active in the transfer market, with the latter even making a bid for Borussia Dortmund's Erling Haaland.
While these high-spending clubs may be able to compete with the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona, it remains to be seen whether they will be able to secure a spot in the Champions League. With the league being so competitive, any club that fails to secure a place in the top four may find themselves struggling to compete against the bigger names in Europe.