Manchester United’s Robin van Persie has been rumoured to be heading to Fenerbahce this summer, and it appears that the move is close to completion after the Super Lig outfit told Twitter that transfer talks had begun with the Red Devils.
In light of the Netherland international’s now perhaps imminent departure from the Premier League, we’ve taken a look at five other forwards who could follow in his footsteps…
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5. Javier Hernandez – Manchester United
Louis van Gaal has recently been said to be eager to sell the Mexico international, with suggestions that the Dutchman could use the striker as bait in transfer negotiations over the summer.
He could, however, even make a shock move to Major League Soccer.
4. Mario Balotelli – Liverpool
What a miserable debut campaign the Italy forward had on Merseyside last season – with just one goal in the Premier League and a string of questionable absences from the Liverpool squad throughout the campaign.
It would come as no surprise, therefore, if the 24-year-old turns his back on England’s top flight for good.
He could make a return to Serie A, reports have suggested.
3. Loic Remy – Chelsea
The France international always looked dangerous in front of goal when called upon by Jose Mourinho; however, his limited playing time suggests that the Portuguese manager doesn’t have full confidence in the former Queens Park Rangers striker.
In addition, the arrival of Radamel Falcao will surely see the 28-year-old become the third-choice forward at Stamford Bridge.
According to reports, he could be closing to joining Besiktas on loan.
2. Stevan Jovetic – Manchester City
The Montenegro international is arguably Manuel Pellegrini’s fourth-choice striker, and if he wishes to rediscover his form, as well as increase his opportunities on the field, the 25-year-old must surely be looking to leave the Etihad in the coming weeks.
Recent reports have claimed that he is close to sealing a loan deal with Inter Milan.
1. Edin Dzeko – Manchester City
Like Sky Blues team-mate Jovetic, the former Vfl Wolfsburg star may be considering his future in Manchester – knowing that playing time is unlikely to improve.
The 29-year-old is heavily linked with AS Roma this summer.
