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Blackburn Rovers have triggered their purchase option on Moussa Baradji, but otherwise, it's been quiet on the transfer front. The summer transfer window remains in its infancy, but with players set to return to their clubs this week, things will begin to ramp up.
What's the history of Blackburn Rovers' transfers?
In the last nine summer windows, only three times have they confirmed a new signing before the third week in June.
| Season | First Signing | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Niall Ennis | May 26 |
| 2022 | Dion De Neve | June 10 |
| 2019 | Stewart Downing | June 21 |
Why the delay in transfers?
The World Cup will impact Premier League business, which in turn has a trickle-down effect on Championship clubs like Blackburn Rovers.
As of June 26, 2026, Blackburn Rovers stand 20th in the Championship with 52 points from 46 games, having scored 42 goals and conceded 56. They are 43 points behind leaders Coventry.
What comes next for Blackburn Rovers?
With Tony Mowbray in charge, fans will be hoping for a busy summer transfer window to boost their chances of improving on their current league standing.
Blackburn Rovers have a history of recruiting late in the summer window, with four of the last six summers seeing their first arrival in late July or August. But with a new manager at the helm, fans will be eager to see some early signings to bolster the squad.
