British football clubs could find it more difficult to buy summer targets after the UK's decision to leave the European Union, an expert has warned.
Transfer fees and wages may rise, said Simon Chadwick, professor of sports enterprise at Salford University.
"Clubs could suddenly find players are much more expensive because the pound is worth less," he told BBC Sport.
Football Association chairman Greg Dyke said the decision could have "quite an impact on English football".
He said the full impact of leaving the EU might not be known for two years.
"It would be a shame if some of the great European players can't come here but I don't think that will happen. Whether the total number reduces will depend on the terms of the exit," he said.
"My personal view has always been that the decline in the number of English players in Premier League first teams - we're down to about 30% now - is a shame. If it increases the number of English players, that is to be welcomed. But you don't want to lose the best European players coming here
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