With Euro 2024 just 50 days away, players will be keen to take advantage of a major tournament to prove themselves as some of the best in the world and potentially earn a big move to one of Europe’s biggest clubs.
One of the most talked about transfer sagas in world football could come to an end off the back of this summer’s European Championships. Kylian Mbappe has just a matter of months remaining on his contract with Paris Saint-Germain, albeit with the option to extend, but has showed little sign of committing his future to the French side. While Liverpool have been linked, Real Madrid are major favorites to strike a deal for the French star with their long-drawn out pursuit potentially being deemed successful this summer.
The German forward has endured a hugely frustrating season at Bayern due to injury, but a successful summer could reignite his career. While previously linked to the Premier League, the 28-year-old has been tipped as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe should he decide to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer. With Bayern forking out on Harry Kane last summer, a successful summer could see the German giants given chance to recoup some significant funds.
The Brentford striker is touch-and-go to be included in Gareth Southgate’s plans, but if he makes the cut it will do his chances of earning a big move the world of good. Toney has recently returned to action following an eight-month ban for betting offenses while choosing to stay with the Bees despite significant interest from Arsenal and others. While the prolific striker has stuck around, Thomas Frank has admitted that Toney is likely to move on this summer with Euro 2024 likely to tempt some admirers into making a move.
A stellar tournament in Germany might see someone push the boat out for him. The Portuguese centre-back is regarded as one of the most talented young defenders in world football. As a result, it’s only a matter of time until he earns a move to one of Europe’s real heavyweight sides. With an £87million release clause in his deal, Chelsea and Manchester United have both been interested in the past and could be tempted should he show his qualities on the European stage.
One of the most talented young strikers in Europe, Sesko looks set to move on and join a real European powerhouse. While only joining RB Leipzig last summer, Premier League trio Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea have all expressed an interest in the towering 20-year-old. Placed in a group with England, Slovenia aren’t expected to go far in the tournament, but Sesko could have a big say on any hopes of progressing.
There’s no shortage of suitors for the talented winger, with Liverpool, Aston Villa, Tottenham, and Barcelona all said to be keen. Having penned a new long-term contract in December 2023, Athletic Bilbao may have kept those higher up the food chain at bay, but that will only be a temporary measure having recorded six goals and 14 assists already this term. Should the 21-year-old show his quality for Spain this summer, it’s unlikely that Bilbao will be able to keep hold of him with the tricky winger one of the most talked about young stars in Europe.
Scalvini is one of Italy’s breakthrough stars and will be hoping to truly announce himself this summer. His performances for Atalanta have been very impressive this term, hence the links with Spanish giants Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Manchester United. At just 20 years of age, Atalanta will be hopeful of keeping hold of their prized asset, but it feels like a move away is only a matter of time away.
The 24-year-old defender is really enjoying life in France after joining from Barcelona three years ago. Since then, Todibo has proven himself as one of the top defenders in Ligue 1, paving the way for a huge move in the future. Chelsea and Manchester United are said to be watching on, but with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s link between Nice and the Red Devils it could pave the way for a huge move to Old Trafford.
After racking up 12 goals and 14 assists in all competitions this term, Bakayoko could be set for a huge tournament at the Euros. With Belgium’s golden generation coming to the end of their tenure, the nation are looking for new stars to lead them into the future with the 20-year-old a potential future superstar. Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move in the past and with Mohamed Salah likely to move on, Bakayoko could be seen as the ideal man to replace him if he can prove he’s ready.
