30. Mario Mandzukic (Bayern Munich)
Although Croatian striker Mario Mandzukic has played a crucial part in Bayern Munich’s tremendous success of the last couple of seasons, the arrival of Robert Lewandowski at the Allianz Arena this summer looks set to push him out of the door. The 28-year-old has supposedly not had the best of relationships with Bayern manager Pep Guardiola, and will be given the chance to talk with other clubs. This has sparked interest from big names all over the continent, including several from the Premier League. Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been mentioned as potential suitors for the prolific forward as they all eye new signings in that position.
29. Mats Hummels (Borussia Dortmund)
One of the best centre-backs in Europe, Mats Hummels could finally be set for a move away from Borussia Dortmund after attracting interest from numerous big names in recent years. Barcelona perhaps look the favourites to sign him at the moment, but there could still be offers from the likes of Manchester United, who are believed to be long-time admirers of the German international, while other English clubs have also been linked with him in the past.
28. Iker Casillas (Real Madrid)
Although Iker Casillas managed to establish himself as number one again at Real Madrid towards the end of this season, helping the club to glory in the Champions League, it is still thought that Premier League clubs are sniffing around for his signature. The Spaniard had been out of favour at the Bernabeu for some time, first under now-Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho and later Carlo Ancelotti, and the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City could still be ready to test Real’s resolve for him in the coming months, as he will certainly want to avoid being dropped to the bench again at this stage in his career.
27. Ivan Rakitic (Sevilla)
Recent reports suggest that Sevilla midfielder and captain Ivan Rakitic could be close to completing a move to Barcelona, though after the Croatian’s fine form in recent times there will no doubt be plenty of intent from top English clubs to hijack a move. The 26-year-old was one of the best midfielders in Europe this season, scoring 13 goals and providing 12 assists for his team as they won the Europa League, and his fine form has previously seen him linked with the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United. It would certainly be great for neutrals to see this classy playmaker in the Premier League, and he would no doubt go down as one of the signings of the summer.
26. Javier Hernandez (Manchester United)
Things have not quite gone to plan for Javier Hernandez at Manchester United after he enjoyed a terrific first season at Old Trafford back in 2010/11. The Mexican international has been increasingly on the fringes of the first-team since then, despite a decent scoring record, and looks likely to be on the way out of the club this summer after nearly leaving last year. There is plenty of rumoured interest from clubs in Spain and Italy, but Hernandez could still stay in the Premier League as he is also said to be a target for Tottenham, who are in the market for new signings upfront after last summer’s big-name signing Roberto Soldado has failed to find his best form in north London.