In
| Player | Team | Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graham Williams | Bradford City | 9 March 1956 | £1,500 (+£500 add-ons) |
| Jimmy Payne | Liverpool | 18 April 1956 | £3,500 |
| Edward Loader | Barry Town | 21 April 1956 | £1,250 (+£250 add-ons) |
| Total (initial fees only): | £6,250 | ||
Out
| Player | Team | Date | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Buckle | Exeter City | 27 June 1955 | £1,500 (+£500 add-ons) |
| Ged Tansey | Released | 1 July 1955 | |
| Dave Hickson | Aston Villa | 2 September 1955 | £20,000 |
| Total (initial fees only): | £21,500 | ||
- Ged Tansey (Released) – Eventually joined Tranmere Rovers ahead of the 1955/56 season.
| Income | £21,500 |
| Expenditure | £6,250 |
| Net Spend | -£15,250 |