The summer transfer window is upon us yet again, and it gives managers a chance to improve their squads. But, managers want to buy players that will exceed and help out the club (Chicharito). They don't want players that are "big money busts" and don't make an important impact with the club (Bebe, Torres). So, who will the top teams look for this year? We know that Brazilian sensation Neymar will be at the top of a lot of teams shortlists...but who else will managers be looking for this season? Well, let's take a look into some of the most sought after players in Europe, and around the world.
Number(1-10) - Description
1: Neymar. - Last year Chelsea offered Santos a hefty amount of money for the then 18 year old. Pele urged him to stay at least one more year, now many top sides in ENG, ESP, and ITA are interested in the Brazilians services.
2: Lukaku. - RSC Anderlacht have already come to terms with the fact that Lukaku won't be around for another season with the Belgian club, now the only question is, where does he go?
3: Alexis Sanchez. - The Udinese man is in high demand all across Europe, netting 12 goals for the Italian side and impressing at the 2010 FIFA World Cup
4: Samir Nasri. - The Arsenal man impressed many with his passing and goals in the Premiership. Can he do it somewhere else?
5: Luka Modric. - The former Dinamo Zagreb star had a very good 10/11 season with Tottenham, but now it looks as if he's looking to move on to a bigger club.
6: Cesc Fabregas. - He's has had a great career at Arsenal, but after an "off-season" this campaign, he may just be itching to leave and start new somewhere else.
7: Clint Dempsey. - The American had a wonderful season with Fulham in the EPL, notching ten goals along the way, he has surely attracted the attention of big clubs from around the world.
8: Matthew Upson. - The English center back has been let go by the relegated West Ham, and will be a a bargain for any team to snatch up, free of any transfer fees.
9: Samuel Eto'o. - The former Barcelona striker will look to get back to his top form we saw two years ago, a move to England could be just what he needs.
10: Nigel Reo-Coker. - After being let go by Aston Villa at the end of the 10/11 season, this free agent will certainly be looked at by a lot of top managers.
I know zip about most of these guys so thanks for the info. Any chance for any of them coming to MLS?
ReplyDeleteWell, yes and no. MLS teams generally do not spend transfer money when buying players outside the US(allocation money), instead they look to buy free agents abroad, like Upson, I think he has a chance of coming over here, along with the likes of Owen Hargreaves and Patrick Viera(who were not mentioned above). I could definitely see Viera playing for maybe Seattle or Colorado.
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