ENGLISH Football League clubs have voted to close the summer transfer window following the opening game of the season.
The EFL announced on Thursday that the window for permanent deals will close at 5pm on Thursday, August 9.
The Premier League also opted to move its deadline in September last year.
EFL clubs will still be able to sign players on loan until the end of August.
EFL Chief Executive Shaun Harvey said in a statement: "After discussing the options throughout the course of the last few months, I'm pleased that the matter has been determined by clubs ahead of the start of next season.
"This new approach will give clubs and managers the stability they crave earlier in the season whilst also providing the flexibility to add to their squads after the traditional deadline until the end of month if required."
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