Transfer Rumours: Top 25 Players Still on the Market

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The summer transfer window continues to be alive and ready to please or disappoint all of football's fans depending on the daily news for their respected clubs.

Preseason has kicked off around the world, and with that the rumors only have started to hit harder and faster as the strengths and weaknesses are starting to be revealed.

With that said, here are 25 of the best targets still expected to have a chance to move before the end of August deadline this summer.

Clint Dempsey

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Fulham and USMNT star Clint Dempsey continues to be one of the highest-rated English Premier League-based forwards available this summer, if the London club's valuation is met.

Liverpool looks to be in poll position according to the Daily Mail, who are suggesting that the Reds will include Charlie Adam along with a cash transaction to bring the 29-year-old former New England Revolution star to Anfield.

Nicklas Bendtner

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Arsenal's out-of-favor Danish forward, Nicklas Bendtner keeps searching for a way out of London. His loan to Sunderland was met with mixed reviews, but his summer performance at the UEFA European Championship was exciting.

The Daily Mail has linked him with moves to both AC Milan and Galatasaray, and Arsenal are expected to offload him this summer to make salary room and add transfer funds to the coffers.

Aly Cissokho

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Newcastle United continue to look at new defensive additions to their squad this summer.

One of their recent targets appears to be versatile left-back, Aly Cissokho of French club Olympique Lyon.

According to TalkSport, there have been talks over the player but nothing has been agreed.

Hugo Lloris

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While Newcastle chase teammate Aly Cissokho, Tottenham are pushing hard for French captain and Lyon's star goalkeeper, Hugo Lloris.

The talented 25-year-old has all the tools to be a major success in any of the world's top leagues and it is a surprise that he has not been heavily linked with the English Premier League in recent transfer windows.

According to TalkSport, Andre Villas-Boas is keen to bring the player to London as Spurs have been without a permanent long-term solution in goal for several years now.

Hulk

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While Chelsea have seemed the most likely destination for FC Porto star striker, Hulk for some time, there appears to be a new club entering the fray.

Andre Villas-Boas started the Hulk trend at Chelsea and according to the Daily Mail, it looks like he has once again name-dropped the talented Brazilian as one of his most sought after targets.

Daniel Agger

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While Daniel Agger looks fully committed to the rebuilding of Liverpool and a future content to be had on Merseyside, there is a chance he could be moved on.

The Guardian has linked the highly-rated Danish defender with a move to FC Barcelona. As much as the Reds want to keep one of their star defenders, a major offer from the Spanish club could force their hand.

Robin Van Persie

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Arsenal's captain and line-leading striker Robin van Persie continues to be the talk of the press.

With both Manchester City and Manchester United set to battle over the Holland international as well as Juventus in the mix, it is certain to be an interesting second half of the transfer window according to the Daily Mail.

Luka Modric

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Tottenham midfield sensation, Luka Modric continues to look set to make a move to Real Madrid as negotiations continue between the two clubs.

The Daily Mail claims the Spanish side are refusing to pay Tottenham's full asking price, but there is still plenty of time for the deal to be made.

Fernando Llorente

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Spanish international and Athletic Bilbao star, Fernando Llorente Torres has been linked to Arsenal as a potential replacement for the transfer wanting Robin Van Persie.

According to the Daily Mail, the player could be subject of a massive Arsenal bid if Van Persie earns the club enough from his impending transfer.

Victor Moses

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Wigan Athletic youngster, Victor Moses emerged as one of the brightest talents on a nearly relegated team last season, and garnered massive attention for his play throughout the year.

Chelsea currently remain the top linked club to the player according to the Guardian, and he is expected to cost the Blues at least £7 million despite the Latics holding out for a fee believed to be around £10 million.

Santi Cazorla

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Tottenham are looking at Malaga star, Santi Cazorla as the first in a list of possible replacements for the impending departure of Luka Modric.

According to TalkSport, the London club are keen on the Spanish international that has become the face of Malaga's swift rise to the Spanish top four.

Ibrahim Afellay

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Barcelona have their hands full with trying to decide where they are most inclined to sell Holland want-away midfielder, Ibrahim Afellay.

According to TalkSport, both Arsenal and Inter Milan are the player's favorite choice, but Tottenham, Liverpool and AC Milan are also thought to be interested.

Andy Carroll

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While many may believe Andy Carroll is not good enough to have warranted his massive £35 million transfer fee to Liverpool 18 months ago, there are plenty of clubs that could be willing to spend £15 million on him this summer.

According to the Guardian, Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is open to offers for the 23-year-old English striker, who has never become a favorite on Merseyside despite the strong end to his 2011-12 campaign.

Martin Skrtel

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Another Liverpool player that could possibly make an exit from Anfield this summer is Martin Skrtel.

The talented Slovakian central defender was one of the best in England last season, and he has been linked with a move to Manchester City as well as abroad according to Metro.

Gaston Ramirez

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Uruguayan international midfielder Gaston Ramirez has been linked with Liverpool for quite sometime.

However, it appears the player that is the key component of Serie A club Bolonga's midfield has been tipped for a move to Juventus according to Goal.com.

Oscar

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According to Goal.com, Chelsea have agreed a deal with Internacional for the transfer of Brazilian starlet, Oscar.

The deal is reported to not be official until after the Olympic tournament where the player is on duty with his national team, but there is still time for it to fall apart.

Javi Martinez

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Spanish international and Athletic Bilbao star, Javi Martinez is the highest-rated young defensive midfielder in the game right now.

Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Manchester City are all said to be interested, but Bayern Munich manager, Jupp Heynckes feels the player's price tag is too high for his club and Barcelona according to Goal.com, leaving City as the club touted to land the talented 23-year-old.

Junior Hoilett

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Blackburn Rovers and Canadian international star, Junior Hoilett is one of the most tracked players looking to trade life in the Npower Championship for a return to the English Premier League.

According to the Daily Mirror, Hoilett is close to agreeing a deal to make the switch to London-based club, Queens Park Rangers.

Robert Lewandowski

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Borussia Dortmund have attempted to fend clubs off their highly-rated 23-year-old Polish striking sensation, Robert Lewandowski.

However, it seems that nothing will deter interested parties as the player himself has claimed that he wants a move to the English Premier League sooner than later according to TalkSport.

Alan Dzagoev

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Russian international and CSKA Moscow starlet, Alan Dzagoev turned heads at the UEFA European Championship this summer.

Links to Arsenal continue to exist according to the Daily Mail, and he is tipped to be the replacement for compatriot winger, Andrey Arshavin if he indeed makes a move out of London this summer.

Theo Walcott

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Liverpool and Chelsea have both been linked to a move for Arsenal star Theo Walcott according to the Guardian.

The speedy English winger looks to be moving more and more towards being pushed out of a place in north London, and a switch could do him some good if he moves to a club where he will feature on the right prominently.

Leandro Damiao

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Brazil has some of the most tracked players this summer, and another Internacional starlet and Brazilian Olympian star, Leandro Damiao is being tipped with a move to Europe.

TalkSport has linked the talented attacker with moves to both AC Milan and Tottenham, but anything that is to happen will have to wait until after the Olympics this summer.

Mathieu Debuchy

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Newcastle's summer quest to add talent at the back continues with links to Lille OSC and French international star, Mathieu Debuchy.

According to ESPN he is tipped to be a success at Sports Direct Arena if he indeed makes the move.

Lucas Moura

Yet another young Brazilian said to be heading to England or Europe this summer is Sao Paulo starlet, Lucas Moura.

Real Madrid, Chelsea and Manchester United are all said to be chasing the player according to both the Daily Mirror and Metro.

Joao Moutinho

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Manchester Untied know the midfield has to be their biggest priority this summer and they continue to look set to add additional reinforcements.

Metro has linked the club with a move for Portuguese international and FC Porto star, Joao Moutinho and this could be a massive move for the Red Devils if they pull it off.