The 2016/17 season concluded about a month back and the only thing keeping football fans sane at the moment is the transfer gossips. Here are some of the biggest transfer rumors ahead of the 2017/18 season which we’ve analysed and rated based on their likelihood.
Alexandre Lacacazette to Arsenal
The Gunners missed out on a Champions League spot for the first time in 20 years and so this news is music to the Arsenal faithful. Lacazette has stated that Champions League football is not a deal breaker for him, further adding more fuel to the fire and making this one of the biggest transfer stories of the year.
Chances of happening: 4/5
Alexis Sanchez to Bayern Munich/Manchester City
With the speculations about Alexandre Lacazette is heating up, Arsenal is also fearful about losing their star man Alexis Sanchez. The forward who became Chile’s record goal scorer also netted 24 times last season, making him a very wanted man by the likes of Bayern Munich and Manchester City. With only a year left on his contract, everyone is eager to know what lies ahead for the Chilean.
Chances of happening: 2/5
Kylian Mbappe to Real Madrid/PSG
Kylian Mbappe Lottin, the man whose name is on everyone’s lips is currently Europe’s hottest football property and the most sought after youngsters in the world. Several of Europe’s giants want his signature but they’ll have to make a world record bid especially when Monaco has their eyes on him. Will the transfer record be broken again this season? We’ll just have to wait and see.
Chances of happening: 1/5
Romelu Lukaku to Chelsea
Lukaku was on fire last season scoring 25 goals making him the second highest scorer in England. Considering the fact that Chelsea might lose their front man, Diego Costa, the blues are very much keen on bringing back their former striker. Although Lukaku has cooled down speculation, we will not be surprised if Roman Abramovich decides to splash the cash on the Belgian. This would indeed be quite the reunion.
Chances of happening: 3/5
Speaking of reunions…
Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United
Ronaldo’s return to Old Trafford is what every single Manchester United fan has been dreaming of ever since he left in 2009. He not only spoke about leaving Real Madrid but also left doors open for his former club to approach him. In addition to that, Ronaldo is teasing everyone with his social media activities. Will it happen? We don’t know yet. But if it does, this will be the most sensational return in football history.
Chances of happening: 2/5