World Football Transfers: 8 Hot Prospects Going to Bigger Clubs This Summer

Transfer season is looming just around the corner and it's never too early to think about dream additions to your team. During the 2010-11 season, a few players have stepped up for their clubs, whether in the Europa League or during the domestic season.

Here are eight of these standout players, in no particular order, who will likely move to bigger clubs during the summer.

Nuri Sahin

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SEVILLE, SPAIN - DECEMBER 15: Nuri Sahin of Borussia Dortmund looks on prior the UEFA Europa League group J match between Sevilla and Borussia Dortmund at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on December 15, 2010 in Seville, Spain. The match ended 2-2. (Photo

The highly rated Borussia Dortmund midfielder is likely to be one of the first transfers of the season. Multiple sources claim that, as soon as Monday, Sahin will announce that he is on his way to Real Madrid.

Current Team: Borussia Dortmund

Games Played: 40

Goals: 8

Assists: 13

Rumored Destination: Real Madrid

Romelo Lukaku

Although he hasn't received as much acclaim as players plying their trade in better-exposed leagues, what Romelo Lukaku has received is praise from Cristiano Ronaldo, who called him a "really fantastic young player."

However, Lukaku's chances of a move to Real Madrid seem unlikely; Chelsea are his prime suitors. Didier Drogba has spoken to Lukaku and Anderlecht have already turned down an offer for their young star. One wouldn't be surprised if an improved bid is on the cards.

Current Team:  R.S.C. Anderlecht

Games Played: 40

Goals: 18

Assists: 6

Rumored Destination: Chelsea

Eden Hazard

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LA CORUNA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 05: Eden Hazard of Belgium controls the ball during the Group 5 FIFA2010 World Cup Qualifier match between Spain and Belgium at the Riazor stadium on September 5, 2009 in La Coruna, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Lille's excellent 2010-11 season is partly thanks to Eden Hazard. The 20-year-old's excellent performances have prompted Zinedine Zidane to suggest that Real Madrid and Juventus should pursue his signature. At this point, the Spanish capital team seem to be out of the running as Hazard hinted that playing time would limited.

The most likely suitor seem to be Arsenal. Some thought that they would try to sign him in January, but as that did not occur, fans will have to wait and see whether he makes the move to the Premier League this summer.

Current Team:  Lille

Games Played: 45

Goals: 11

Assists: 8

Rumored Destination: Arsenal

Edinson Cavani

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NAPLES, ITALY - APRIL 03: Edinson Cavani of Napoli celebrates after scoring the goal 4-3 during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and SS Lazio at Stadio San Paolo on April 3, 2011 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images)

Edinson Cavani has spearheaded Napoli's excellent domestic season, leading the Serie A with a very respectable 26 goals. The only players standing between him and the European Golden Shoe are Mario Gomez and the big two from Spain. Nonetheless, his prolific scoring, including hat-tricks against Lazio and Juventus, have propelled the 24-year-old onto the world stage.

Although a possible transfer has been denied by sources linked to Cavani, expect him to move if Napoli does not obtain a spot in the Champions League.

Current Team:  Napoli

Games Played: 34

Goals: 26

Assists: 6

Rumored Destinations: Manchester City, Liverpool

Radamel Falcao

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PORTO, PORTUGAL - APRIL 28: Radamel Falcao of FC Porto celebrates after scoring his side fifth goal during the UEFA Europa League semi final first leg match between FC Porto and Villarreal at Estadio do Dragao on April 28, 2011 in Porto, Portugal. (Phot

While Cavani garnered attention for his displays in the Serie A, Falcao has been very impressive in this year's Europa League. He has not only been instrumental in helping Porto reach the Europa League Final but also broken Jurgen Klinsmann's 15-year-old, 15 goal Europa League record.

His 14 goals in the Portuguese League also merit consideration. Despite Porto having secured Champions League football, don't be surprised if Falcao leaves during the summer.

Current Team:  Porto

Games Played: 41

Goals: 36

Assists: 0

Speculative Destination: Tottenham

Hulk

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PORTO, PORTUGAL - APRIL 28: Givalnildo Vieira 'Hulk' of FC Porto celebrates his side third goal during the UEFA Europa League semi final first leg match between FC Porto and Villarreal at Estadio do Dragao on April 28, 2011 in Porto, Portugal. (Photo by

As impressive as Falcao has been in the Europa League, Porto's huge lead in the Portuguese Liga is largely thanks to Hulk, who leads the league with 22 goals. He has also contributed to Porto's successful Europa League run.

Some may be inclined to think that neither Falcao nor Hulk will leave this summer; Porto is tipped by many as a very promising team which will attempt to retain its best players for next season. But several big clubs are in need of a clinical striker, and might go after Hulk's signature as soon as the transfer market opens.

Current Team:  Porto

League Games Played: 25

League Goals: 22

League Assists: 4

Europa League Goals: 5

Speculative Destination: Inter Milan, AC Milan, Arsenal

Alexis Sanchez

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LECCE, ITALY - APRIL 03: Alexis Sanchez of Udinese during the Serie A match between US Lecce and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Via del Mare on April 3, 2011 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)

Another team who has impressed this season is Udinese, which currently holds the final Italian Champions League qualification spot. Chilean striker Alexis Sanchez has helped Udinese reach its current position, scoring very important goals against Milan and Juventus. He also bagged four against Palermo during a 7-0 rout.

Many teams are reportedly after Sanchez due to the 22-year-old's consistent performances, especially during  the second half of the domestic season.

Current Team:  Udinese

Games Played: 29

Goals: 12

Assists: 5

Speculative Destinations: Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Barcelona

Neymar

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LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 27: Neymar of Brazil on the ball during the International friendly match between Brazil and Scotland at Emirates Stadium on March 27, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Although plying his trade on the other side of the Atlantic, Neymar has garnered substantial attention from top European clubs. His international display against Scotland was very impressive and is backed up by some noteworthy domestic performances. Santos has supposedly rejected offers from Real Madrid and Chelsea, but expect some big teams to have another go this summer.

Current Team:  Santos

Games Played: 57

Goals: 33

Assists: 9

Speculative Destination: Chelsea