It’s been a busy summer as big names such as Robert Lewandowski, Gabriel Jesus, Darwin Nunez, Raheem Sterling and Christian Eriksen have been on the move, but it looks like the transfer window is far from over.
So who could the final movers be in the next few weeks? Read on for ten sagas to watch out for, including more incomings at Chelsea and Manchester United…
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
A big name on Chelsea’s radar is former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who could seemingly be set for a quick move back to the Premier League. Despite only joining Barcelona back in January, there’s now added competition from the likes of Lewandowski and Raphinha up front, so he could get more playing time if he replaces Romelu Lukaku as the main focal point of Thomas Tuchel’s side.
Frenkie de Jong
In a possible double raid on Barcelona, Chelsea are eyeing up Frenkie de Jong alongside Aubameyang, according to the Independent. The Dutchman no longer looks like being the automatic first choice at the Nou Camp, but he could be a useful long-term replacement for Jorginho at Stamford Bridge, with the Italy international now just a year away from being a free agent.
Wesley Fofana
Also mentioned in the Independent report alongside Aubameyang and De Jong is another big target for Chelsea – Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana. The talented 21-year-old could be ideal to help the west London giants replace Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen, who both left on free transfers earlier this summer. Kalidou Koulibaly has come in, but one more defensive signing looks like a must for CFC.
Adrien Rabiot
This deal now looks closer after talks between Erik ten Hag and Adrien Rabiot today, according to Italian sources Gazzetta dello Sport and Corriere dello Sport, as translated and cited by Sport Witness. Even if Rabiot won’t have been every fan’s first choice for Manchester United this summer, he is at least surely an upgrade on Fred and Scott McTominay.
Wilfried Zaha
One of the top players in the Premier League to be playing outside of the big six, it’s surely time for Wilfried Zaha to get a big move. Chelsea are now being linked with him as we head towards the end of the window, as per 90min. Given the struggles of the likes of Timo Werner, Christian Pulisic, and Hakim Ziyech, could this finally be the Eden Hazard replacement the Blues need?
Callum Hudson-Odoi
Also being linked with a move in that 90min report is Chelsea’s Callum Hudson-Odoi, who could possibly move to Crystal Palace as part of the deal for Zaha. The England international has struggled to play regularly at Stamford Bridge for some time now, and it might be best for all involved if he now moves on to try a new challenge. There’s a talented player in there somewhere, but he won’t ever fulfil his potential if he spends all his time sitting on the bench.
Bernardo Silva
There’s a chance we could see Bernardo Silva leaving Manchester City, according to Fabrizio Romano in his exclusive CaughtOffside column. The Portuguese playmaker has been a joy to watch in his time at the Etihad Stadium, but he might no longer be guaranteed a starting spot, so might fancy his chances of playing for another of Europe’s elite clubs.
Lucas Paqueta
Romano also adds that Silva’s departure could mean it’s worth keeping an eye on Lucas Paqueta and Man City in the final weeks of the summer transfer window. The Brazil international has impressed at Lyon and he’s also been linked with Arsenal by Media Foot in recent times.
Cody Gakpo
Wanted by Manchester United and other Premier League clubs, according to the Telegraph, Cody Gakpo has impressed at PSV and looks like hot property. The 23-year-old Dutchman is surely good enough for a big move, so he could be one to watch before the transfer deadline at the end of the month.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic
Finally, the Telegraph are also linking Man Utd with Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. The Serbia international has had a fine career in Serie A and always seems to be being linked with bigger clubs, though a move hasn’t happened for him so far. Could this finally be the summer we see SMS in England? It’s worth keeping your eyes on this saga.