The summer transfer window is set to open in just over a month’s time, and typically some of Europe’s most exciting names have been linked with sensational exits from their current clubs.
From David De Gea to Gareth Bale – here’s our transfer XI featuring the most in-demand players ahead of the summer transfer window…
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David De Gea – Manchester United
The Spaniard’s current deal at Old Trafford expires next summer, and as a result he has been heavily linked with a return to Spain – where Real Madrid are eager to replace Iker Casillas. This week, Casillas said [via ESPN] that he would welcome De Gea at the Santiago Bernabeu – a done deal?
Dani Alves – Barcelona
The Brazilian right-back has been a regular in the final year of his contract at the Camp Nou, suggesting that he may yet extend his stay in Spain. However, recently Alves slammed Barca [in quotes from the Mirror] for a lack of respect in the way the club have acted over contract negotiations. He announced a decision on his future will be made after the Champions League final. Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain have been heavily linked with the soon-to-be free agent.
Nicolas Otamendi – Valencia
Earlier this week, the agent of Otamendi announced that the Argentine is desperate to leave the Mestalla Stadium to progress his career at a higher level and will force through a transfer in the summer [via The Guardian]. This news will have put Manchester United on red alert with Louis van Gaal targeting a centre-back in the market.
Raphael Varane – Real Madrid
The 22-year-old is proving to be one of the most exciting central defenders in Europe following his impressive performances at the Santiago Bernabeu. Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is an admirer of the Frenchman from his time as Los Blancos manager, and was heavily linked with making an offer in the January transfer window. Despite the move never transpiring, Mourinho could be tempted in the summer [via the Daily Mail].
Filipe Luis – Chelsea
The Brazilian only joined Stamford Bridge in the summer, but with the consistent form of Cesar Azpilicueta, the left-back could face another season on the periphery of Jose Mourinho’s first-team if he stays in London. According to Marca, Filipe Luis would welcome a return to the club he left to join Chelsea, Atletico Madrid.