By far the biggest signing of the summer transfer window was Real Madrid's £85.3million capture of Gareth Bale from Tottenham.
The Welshman took to Twitter to describe his world-record move to the Santiago Bernabeu as a 'dream come true'.
#dreamcometrue@realmadrid — Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) September 2, 2013
Before praising former clubs Tottenham and Southampton for developing him into a player who has cost more than any other in world football.
Thanks to both @SouthamptonFC and @SpursOfficial for helping me to reach this point in my career... two very special clubs — Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) September 2, 2013
To all the Spurs fans, your support the last 6 years has been incredible and I'll never forget it, thank you #COYS — Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) September 2, 2013
.@GarethBale11 and Florentino Pérez sign the player's contract http://t.co/B2wjHbyYOc#WelcomeBale#RealMadrid — Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) September 2, 2013
Arsenal finally opened their purse strings, spending more than £42million on Mesut Ozil who switches Real Madrid for North London.
The Gunners have been crying out for a big name signing like this for years and there was plenty of positive stuff happening on Twitter after the deal was complete.
How do you feel about @MesutOzil1088 joining #Arsenal? Leave your messages for Mesut using the #OzilIsAGunner hashtag pic.twitter.com/fBm41X2pyt — Arsenal.com (@Arsenal) September 2, 2013
We can reveal that @MesutOzil1088's shirt number at #Arsenal will be... #OzilIsAGunnerpic.twitter.com/bq7pL9Lp79
— Arsenal.com (@Arsenal) September 2, 2013
Santi Cazorla was over the moon.
Bienvenido al crack @MesutOzil1088 !! Welcome @MesutOzil1088 such an amazing player! #crack#Arsenal — Santi Cazorla (@19SCazorla) September 2, 2013
So was Jack Wilshere
Signing of the summer! Easily! Fantastic player, plays the 'Arsenal way'. Welcome @MesutOzil1088 absolutely buzzing! — Jack Wilshere (@JackWilshere) September 2, 2013
And 'The Ox' was also delighted with the capture of the Germany international.
What a signing that is for us! @MesutOzil1088 Welcome to Arsenal! :D — Alex Ox-Chamberlain (@Alex_OxChambo) September 2, 2013
Manchester United rejoice after signing Marouane Fellaini from Everton.
#mufc sign Marouane Fellaini (@fellainiM) from Evertonhttp://t.co/BmNAsuZMaV. #WelcomeFellainipic.twitter.com/qgdOop43A4 — Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 3, 2013
Whilst Liverpool were thrilled to bring in French defender Mamadou Sakho from Paris Saint-Germain for £18m.
Liverpool Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Frenchman Mamadou Sakho from Paris Saint-Germain. pic.twitter.com/J0CbquFFT6 — Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 2, 2013
Young English-born Portuguese defender Tiago Ilori also joined the Reds, making the move from Sporting Lisbon.
Photo special: Tiago Ilori's first day at Melwood - http://t.co/l9huTt2jaPpic.twitter.com/wpIlTy3hbp
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 2, 2013
As Victor Moses joined on a season-long loan from Chelsea.
Liverpool Football Club is delighted to announce the season-long loan signing of Chelsea forward Victor Moses. pic.twitter.com/1N7PT2fXGU — Liverpool FC (@LFC) September 2, 2013
Peter Odemwingie signed with Cardiff City, after a turbulent time at West Brom, and was looking forward to getting back to what he does best with his new club.
Absolutely delighted to be joining Cardiff City FC ! Can't wait to hear the famous Cardiff fans roar ! I promise GOALS !!! — Peter Odemwingie (@OdemwingieP) September 2, 2013
United's Nick Powell joins Wigan Athletic on loan.
#mufc and @LaticsOfficial have agreed a season-long loan for @NPowell25http://t.co/Bn7U2ks0Ydpic.twitter.com/MAJt3PQaqI — Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 2, 2013
Arsenal also made another signing on deadline day, bringing in goalkeeper Emiliano Viviano on loan from Palermo.
Emiliano Viviano speaks after signing for #Arsenalhttp://t.co/wbhWWWIYqx Use #WelcomeViviano to post your messages! pic.twitter.com/GiPuyhdFOz — Arsenal.com (@Arsenal) September 2, 2013
Chelsea young gun Romelu Lukaku was sent out on loan for a second season, this time to Everton, following his successful spell with West Brom last term.
Signed @Everton on a season loan :-) — R.Lukaku Bolingoli (@RomeluLukaku9) September 2, 2013
New year, New challenges #EFC#Toffeeshttp://t.co/Bu1GfCPXRX
— R.Lukaku Bolingoli (@RomeluLukaku9) September 2, 2013
And Everton goalkeeper Joel Robles wished the new and departing Toffees all the best on their respective moves.
Fellaini And Victor good luck. #McCarthy, #Lukaku, #Barry . 3 great great signings for the toffees! #COYB — Joel Robles (@joelroblesb) September 2, 2013
