The World Cup serves as a significant platform for players to attract potential suitors, particularly those facing uncertainty at their current clubs. Several stars are entering the tournament with a need to impress and secure a fresh start, and FootballTransfers has identified twenty players who may benefit from a move.
Lee Kang-in, once a highly-rated dribbler, has struggled for consistent playing time at Paris Saint-Germain, starting only 18 games across all competitions last season. The 25-year-old South Korean international needs a strong showing this summer to attract a club where he can regain momentum. Tarik Muharemovic, a 23-year-old Bosnian centre-back, enjoyed success with Sassuolo, helping them achieve promotion and finish 11th in Serie A, and may seek a step up after the World Cup.
Gabriel Martinelli, despite being a long-term Arsenal player, has not cemented a starting position and could attract interest from clubs seeking a consistent left winger. Nathan Patterson, a 24-year-old right-back, has had a difficult time at Everton, with multiple managerial changes failing to provide him with a regular role. Joe Scally, a 23-year-old left-back, has expressed his desire for a new challenge after five-and-a-half years with Borussia Monchengladbach.
Alexander Nubel, a 29-year-old German goalkeeper, has excelled on loan at Stuttgart but faces an uncertain future at Bayern Munich due to the presence of Manuel Neuer and Jonas Urbig. Ousmane Diomande, a 22-year-old Ivorian centre-back, has enjoyed success with Sporting CP but may be ready for a new challenge after winning multiple trophies. Joel Ordonez, a 22-year-old Ecuadorian centre-back, has impressed with Club Brugge and is poised to attract attention from clubs seeking a solid defensive addition.
Takefusa Kubo, a 25-year-old Japanese right winger, may consider leaving Real Sociedad after four years, having already achieved significant success with the club. Crysencio Summerville, a pacy left winger, is expected to return to top-flight football after a calf injury hampered his season with West Ham United. Omar Marmoush, a 27-year-old Egyptian forward, has found himself as a backup at Manchester City and may seek a club where he can play a more prominent role.
Victor Munoz, a 22-year-old Spanish winger, may benefit from a move to a more patient club after Osasuna narrowly avoided relegation. Manuel Ugarte, a 25-year-old Uruguayan midfielder, has struggled to make an impact at Manchester United and could look to revive his career with a strong World Cup performance. Maghnes Akliouche, a 24-year-old French right winger, is ready to take the next step in his career after emerging through Monaco’s youth system.
El Hadji Malick Diouf, a 19-year-old Senegalese left-back, has impressed for West Ham and could be available as the club looks to raise funds. Julian Alvarez, a 26-year-old Argentinian striker, may seek a move from Atletico Madrid to further his career. Nicolas Seiwald, a 25-year-old Austrian midfielder, may look for a new environment after spending his career within the Red Bull system.
Jhon Lucumi, a 28-year-old Colombian defender, has performed well for Bologna and may feel he has reached his ceiling with the club. Goncalo Ramos, a 24-year-old Portuguese striker, has struggled for playing time at PSG and may seek a club where he can play more regularly. Elliot Anderson, a 23-year-old English midfielder, has outgrown Nottingham Forest and is ready to join a larger club. These players, among others, will be looking to use the World Cup as a springboard for a successful transfer.
