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We’re midway through the summer, and several teams have made major overhauls and smart purchases to compete for glory next season.
Here are my top 10 favorite transfers for each of Europe’s top 5 leagues:
Here are my top 10 favorite transfers for each of Europe’s top 5 leagues:
Bundesliga:
Carlos Gruezo ➡️ Augsburg
After the Copa América, FC Dallas sold Gruezo for 3x what they paid for him in 2014. Dallas have Brandon Servania, Edwin Cerrillo, and Jacori Hayes to fill his void, but Augsburg are getting a reliable, ball-winning CM who can move the ball forward too.
After the Copa América, FC Dallas sold Gruezo for 3x what they paid for him in 2014. Dallas have Brandon Servania, Edwin Cerrillo, and Jacori Hayes to fill his void, but Augsburg are getting a reliable, ball-winning CM who can move the ball forward too.
Lucas Hernández ➡️ Bayern
€80m is a lot of money, but for Lucas, it might just be worth it. Thanks to his positional awareness and 1v1 skills, he’s apt at playing multiple positions, allowing Kovač to toggle between a 3-5-2 and a 4-2-3-1. At 23, he’s Bayern’s present & future.
€80m is a lot of money, but for Lucas, it might just be worth it. Thanks to his positional awareness and 1v1 skills, he’s apt at playing multiple positions, allowing Kovač to toggle between a 3-5-2 and a 4-2-3-1. At 23, he’s Bayern’s present & future.
Kevin Mbabu ➡️ Wolfsburg
After usurping Michael Lang from Vladimir Petković’s Switzerland team last season, the ex-Newcastle RB earned a €9m move to Wolfsburg. With his pinpoint crossing and aggressive attacking style, he’s a match made in heaven for Oliver Glasner’s system.
After usurping Michael Lang from Vladimir Petković’s Switzerland team last season, the ex-Newcastle RB earned a €9m move to Wolfsburg. With his pinpoint crossing and aggressive attacking style, he’s a match made in heaven for Oliver Glasner’s system.
Kwon Chang-hoon ➡️ Freiburg
After a fantastic 2017/18, Kwon ruptured his Achilles just days before the World Cup began. With a deadly left foot & close control, he’s a dangerous winger on his day. Given Eintracht offered €10m for him last year, €4m is great value for Freiburg.
After a fantastic 2017/18, Kwon ruptured his Achilles just days before the World Cup began. With a deadly left foot & close control, he’s a dangerous winger on his day. Given Eintracht offered €10m for him last year, €4m is great value for Freiburg.
Ozan Kabak ➡️ Schalke
Michael Reschke brought him to Stuttgart in January, inserting a €15m buyout clause in case of relegation. Then, he was fired, and hired by Schalke, and in June, he beat out interest from Bayern and activated the relegation clause.
Strong, goalscoring CB.
Michael Reschke brought him to Stuttgart in January, inserting a €15m buyout clause in case of relegation. Then, he was fired, and hired by Schalke, and in June, he beat out interest from Bayern and activated the relegation clause.
Strong, goalscoring CB.
Dejan Joveljić ➡️ Eintracht
After the red-hot success of Luka Jović, Eintracht are trying their luck with another Crvena zvezda striker. Joveljić is a clinical finisher, apt at exploiting gaps in defense, misdirecting defenders' movements, and creating space in the penalty box.
After the red-hot success of Luka Jović, Eintracht are trying their luck with another Crvena zvezda striker. Joveljić is a clinical finisher, apt at exploiting gaps in defense, misdirecting defenders' movements, and creating space in the penalty box.
Luan Cândido ➡️ RB Leipzig
Quick, technical, unpredictable and constantly providing width, Cândido scored 10 goals in 30 games for Palmeiras' U-20 side last season, and if he can adjust to Europe, he'll be the perfect Nico Schulz replacement in Julian Nagelsmann's 3-5-2 system.
Quick, technical, unpredictable and constantly providing width, Cândido scored 10 goals in 30 games for Palmeiras' U-20 side last season, and if he can adjust to Europe, he'll be the perfect Nico Schulz replacement in Julian Nagelsmann's 3-5-2 system.
Moussa Diaby ➡️ Bayer Leverkusen
For €15m, this could be one of the bargains of the year. Having impressed for France this summer, Diaby blends blistering pace with searing dribbling to make him a dual threat as a winger and as a 10. He has pace to burn and a deadly final ball.
For €15m, this could be one of the bargains of the year. Having impressed for France this summer, Diaby blends blistering pace with searing dribbling to make him a dual threat as a winger and as a 10. He has pace to burn and a deadly final ball.
Ihlas Bebou ➡️ Hoffenheim
It's no surprise that when Bebou went down with an injury in November, Hannover's hopes of safety went down too. The explosive winger carried HSV with his brutal change of pace and eye for a final ball. For €10m, another bargain buy by Alexander Rosen.
It's no surprise that when Bebou went down with an injury in November, Hannover's hopes of safety went down too. The explosive winger carried HSV with his brutal change of pace and eye for a final ball. For €10m, another bargain buy by Alexander Rosen.
Julian Brandt ➡️ Borussia Dortmund
With Peter Bosz's appointment, Brandt evolved from a winger to an #8 in his 4-3-3, operating between the lines, unlocking deep blocks with his close control in tight spaces, and directing quick combinations. He'll fit in nicely at Favre's BVB.
With Peter Bosz's appointment, Brandt evolved from a winger to an #8 in his 4-3-3, operating between the lines, unlocking deep blocks with his close control in tight spaces, and directing quick combinations. He'll fit in nicely at Favre's BVB.
Premier League:
Tanguy Ndombele ➡️ Tottenham
Make no mistake, this is the biggest power move of the Premier League summer. After 18 months of hibernation, Daniel Levy sent a message by capturing one of the market’s premium assets. Spurs fans couldn’t have dreamed of a better Mousa Dembélé heir.
Make no mistake, this is the biggest power move of the Premier League summer. After 18 months of hibernation, Daniel Levy sent a message by capturing one of the market’s premium assets. Spurs fans couldn’t have dreamed of a better Mousa Dembélé heir.
Youri Tielemans ➡️ Leicester
Since 2013, fans have been waiting with bated breath to see where Tielemans reaches the elite level, and if his spell at the King Power was any indication, it may be England. For £40m, Tielemans will compose one of the Prem’s most dynamic midfields.
Since 2013, fans have been waiting with bated breath to see where Tielemans reaches the elite level, and if his spell at the King Power was any indication, it may be England. For £40m, Tielemans will compose one of the Prem’s most dynamic midfields.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka ➡️ Manchester United
For a position that’s been such a weak spot over the years, Wan-Bissaka is an exciting signing that promises to plug a gaping hole. At 21, he’s indomitable in 1v1s and unfazed by the big occasions. This is an intelligent signing by United.
For a position that’s been such a weak spot over the years, Wan-Bissaka is an exciting signing that promises to plug a gaping hole. At 21, he’s indomitable in 1v1s and unfazed by the big occasions. This is an intelligent signing by United.
Lloyd Kelly ➡️ Bournemouth
Eddie Howe’s track record with British youth speaks for itself, and with LB being a cause for concern, this move is a major boost for the Cherries. Kelly can fill in at LB or CB owing to his physicality, aerial prowess, and sharp reading of the game.
Eddie Howe’s track record with British youth speaks for itself, and with LB being a cause for concern, this move is a major boost for the Cherries. Kelly can fill in at LB or CB owing to his physicality, aerial prowess, and sharp reading of the game.
Rodri ➡️ Manchester City
After missing out on Fred and Jorginho last summer, City proved that patience is a virtue by triggering Rodri’s €70m release clause. Physical, positionally aware, and excellent at advancing possession, he’s the perfect heir to Fernandinho’s throne.
After missing out on Fred and Jorginho last summer, City proved that patience is a virtue by triggering Rodri’s €70m release clause. Physical, positionally aware, and excellent at advancing possession, he’s the perfect heir to Fernandinho’s throne.
Ralf Fährmann ➡️ Norwich City
Coupled with Markus Schubert’s arrival & Alexander Nübel’s breakthrough, Fährmann found himself surplus to requirements at Schalke and joined Norwich for a €3m loan fee. He’s an experienced shot-stopper who’ll compete with Tim Krul for the #1 spot.
Coupled with Markus Schubert’s arrival & Alexander Nübel’s breakthrough, Fährmann found himself surplus to requirements at Schalke and joined Norwich for a €3m loan fee. He’s an experienced shot-stopper who’ll compete with Tim Krul for the #1 spot.
Wesley Moraes ➡️ Aston Villa
Despite not being a prolific goalscorer, Wesley is a great replacement for Tammy Abraham. Strong with his back to goal, he links play well and holds up the ball with his quick feet and boasts an impressive change of pace for his imposing height.
Despite not being a prolific goalscorer, Wesley is a great replacement for Tammy Abraham. Strong with his back to goal, he links play well and holds up the ball with his quick feet and boasts an impressive change of pace for his imposing height.
Leandro Trossard ➡️ Brighton
Brighton’s lack of quality wingers played a part in their relegation fight last season, but Trossard can change that. As seen throughout Genk’s title-winning 18/19, Trossard tends to cut inside and feed strikers with pinpoint balls from in behind.
Brighton’s lack of quality wingers played a part in their relegation fight last season, but Trossard can change that. As seen throughout Genk’s title-winning 18/19, Trossard tends to cut inside and feed strikers with pinpoint balls from in behind.
Che Adams ➡️ Southampton
After ascending the EFL ladder, Adams netted 22 goals for Birmingham last season, threatening with his change of pace and long shots. For £15m, Southampton are getting a future England international for nearly the same fee they sold their backup LB for.
After ascending the EFL ladder, Adams netted 22 goals for Birmingham last season, threatening with his change of pace and long shots. For £15m, Southampton are getting a future England international for nearly the same fee they sold their backup LB for.
Pablo Fornals ➡️ West Ham
At €28m, this is a huge coup for Pellegrini’s Hammers, especially considering the U21 Euros campaign he just produced. Between his elusive first touch and his exceptional positional awareness, he’s such a tough playmaker to defend against. Bargain buy.
At €28m, this is a huge coup for Pellegrini’s Hammers, especially considering the U21 Euros campaign he just produced. Between his elusive first touch and his exceptional positional awareness, he’s such a tough playmaker to defend against. Bargain buy.
Jay Rodriguez ➡️ Burnley
Despite an injury-plagued career, Rodriguez is still a quality player to have, and last season, he notched 22 goals for West Brom. He should prove a complementary fit for Ashley Barnes; at £10m, the Clarets did well to bring him back to his boyhood club.
Despite an injury-plagued career, Rodriguez is still a quality player to have, and last season, he notched 22 goals for West Brom. He should prove a complementary fit for Ashley Barnes; at £10m, the Clarets did well to bring him back to his boyhood club.
Ligue 1:
Alban Lafont ➡️ Nantes
After a poor 1st season in Italy, Lafont will be Nantes’ #1 after Ciprian Tătăruşanu left for Lyon. Fiorentina will be hoping they can sell him or Bartłomiej Drągowski for a hefty profit & make the other #1. Despite his woes, still a talented shotstopper.
After a poor 1st season in Italy, Lafont will be Nantes’ #1 after Ciprian Tătăruşanu left for Lyon. Fiorentina will be hoping they can sell him or Bartłomiej Drągowski for a hefty profit & make the other #1. Despite his woes, still a talented shotstopper.
Ander Herrera ➡️ PSG
PSG haven’t had a hard-working box-to-box midfielder since Blaise Matuidi left for Juve, and it’s cost them dearly over the past 2 years. At 29, the Basque player still has plenty to offer Tuchel’s side, and he’ll play a part in their trophy chase next year.
PSG haven’t had a hard-working box-to-box midfielder since Blaise Matuidi left for Juve, and it’s cost them dearly over the past 2 years. At 29, the Basque player still has plenty to offer Tuchel’s side, and he’ll play a part in their trophy chase next year.
Thiago Mendes ➡️ Lyon
Bought by Bielsa; taken to the next level by Galtier. As the deepest midfielder, Mendes brought balance to Lille while advancing possession quickly due to his turning radius & long ball accuracy. Defensively astute, technically gifted Ndombele replacement.
Bought by Bielsa; taken to the next level by Galtier. As the deepest midfielder, Mendes brought balance to Lille while advancing possession quickly due to his turning radius & long ball accuracy. Defensively astute, technically gifted Ndombele replacement.
Harold Moukoudi ➡️ ASSE
Les Verts are putting together a nice young squad, and with William Saliba, Moukoudi will form a solid partnership next season. Having joined on a free from Le Havre, Saint-Étienne are getting a strong, powerful CB who’s deadly in both penalty boxes.
Les Verts are putting together a nice young squad, and with William Saliba, Moukoudi will form a solid partnership next season. Having joined on a free from Le Havre, Saint-Étienne are getting a strong, powerful CB who’s deadly in both penalty boxes.
Téji Savanier ➡️ Montpellier
With 14 assists & the most clear-cut chances created in France, Savanier was the best midfielder in Ligue 1 last season, and he returns to his hometown club for €10m. Together with Jordan Ferri, he’ll help Der Zakarian’s side push for a Europa spot.
With 14 assists & the most clear-cut chances created in France, Savanier was the best midfielder in Ligue 1 last season, and he returns to his hometown club for €10m. Together with Jordan Ferri, he’ll help Der Zakarian’s side push for a Europa spot.
Ibrahima Diallo ➡️ Brest
After helping them to promotion while on loan, Diallo left Monaco for €2m. He took advantage of Jessy Pi’s injury to become a first team regular for Jean-Marc Furlan’s side. Still only 20, he’s an aggressive ball-winning midfielder with a high upside.
After helping them to promotion while on loan, Diallo left Monaco for €2m. He took advantage of Jessy Pi’s injury to become a first team regular for Jean-Marc Furlan’s side. Still only 20, he’s an aggressive ball-winning midfielder with a high upside.
Alexander Djiku ➡️ Strasbourg
Having started off as an RB at Bastia, Djiku was converted into a CB in Patrice’s Garande’s 3-man defense at Caen. To beat out interest from Porto and Getafe and buy him for only €4m is a massive coup—he’s an ideal fit for Thierry Laurey’s system.
Having started off as an RB at Bastia, Djiku was converted into a CB in Patrice’s Garande’s 3-man defense at Caen. To beat out interest from Porto and Getafe and buy him for only €4m is a massive coup—he’s an ideal fit for Thierry Laurey’s system.
Predrag Rajković ➡️ Reims
For €3m, Reims are getting a perfect Édouard Mendy replacement who’s been crying out for a move to a top 5 league for a while. Rajković is a top-notch shot-stopper, whose reflexes and positioning led Serbia to the 2015 U-20 World Cup in New Zealand.
For €3m, Reims are getting a perfect Édouard Mendy replacement who’s been crying out for a move to a top 5 league for a while. Rajković is a top-notch shot-stopper, whose reflexes and positioning led Serbia to the 2015 U-20 World Cup in New Zealand.
Edson Mexer ➡️ Girondins
To sign Loris Benito and Enock Kwateng for free is great business from Bordeaux, but Edson Mexer on a free is the cherry on top. He stepped up from a bench role to replace Joris Gnagnon, and now, he'll replace Jules Koundé, who joins Gnagnon at Sevilla.
To sign Loris Benito and Enock Kwateng for free is great business from Bordeaux, but Edson Mexer on a free is the cherry on top. He stepped up from a bench role to replace Joris Gnagnon, and now, he'll replace Jules Koundé, who joins Gnagnon at Sevilla.
Mama Baldé ➡️ Dijon
Unable to break into Sporting's first team, Baldé was used as a makeweight to drive down Valentin Rosier's price, but he could end up being a bargain for Dijon. His 8 goals helped keep Aves up; despite being shifted from RB to RW, he always made a difference.
Unable to break into Sporting's first team, Baldé was used as a makeweight to drive down Valentin Rosier's price, but he could end up being a bargain for Dijon. His 8 goals helped keep Aves up; despite being shifted from RB to RW, he always made a difference.
Serie A:
Amadou Diawara ➡️ Roma
As talented as he is, Diawara never secured a starting spot at Napoli, with Sarri preferring Jorginho and Ancelotti not fielding a DM. This move will work wonders for him, as he replaces Daniele De Rossi. Composed under pressure, he's a brilliant young DM.
As talented as he is, Diawara never secured a starting spot at Napoli, with Sarri preferring Jorginho and Ancelotti not fielding a DM. This move will work wonders for him, as he replaces Daniele De Rossi. Composed under pressure, he's a brilliant young DM.
Kostas Manolas ➡️ Napoli
Headed the other way so as to avoid FFP sanctions, Manolas will form a solid partnership with Kalidou Koulibaly for a Napoli team with Scudetto aspirations. Quick, deadly in the penalty box, and strong in the tackle, he's an intimidating CB to face.
Headed the other way so as to avoid FFP sanctions, Manolas will form a solid partnership with Kalidou Koulibaly for a Napoli team with Scudetto aspirations. Quick, deadly in the penalty box, and strong in the tackle, he's an intimidating CB to face.
Aaron Ramsey ➡️ Juventus
Nobody does free transfers quite like Juve, so it was no surprise to see them sign Rambo this year. With his cunning runs into the box, his deadly finishing, his energy and ice-cold mentality, he has what it takes to fill in the Hamšík role for Sarri.
Nobody does free transfers quite like Juve, so it was no surprise to see them sign Rambo this year. With his cunning runs into the box, his deadly finishing, his energy and ice-cold mentality, he has what it takes to fill in the Hamšík role for Sarri.
Luis Muriel ➡️ Atalanta
With La Dea playing in CL football next season, Muriel brings much-needed depth to Atalanta. Able to play alongside compatriot Duván Zapata or instead of him, he’ll be looking to improve on his Fiorentina form and develop under Gian Piero Gasperini.
With La Dea playing in CL football next season, Muriel brings much-needed depth to Atalanta. Able to play alongside compatriot Duván Zapata or instead of him, he’ll be looking to improve on his Fiorentina form and develop under Gian Piero Gasperini.
Theo Hernández ➡️ Milan
As stated before , this is a win-win for all parties. Despite his struggles in Madrid & San Sebastián, Theo is an fast, attack-minded left back who will provide width and nonstop running to Marco Giampaolo’s 4-3-1-2 at the San Siro.
As stated before , this is a win-win for all parties. Despite his struggles in Madrid & San Sebastián, Theo is an fast, attack-minded left back who will provide width and nonstop running to Marco Giampaolo’s 4-3-1-2 at the San Siro.
Cristián Zapata ➡️ Genoa
On a free, Genoa are getting an experienced center back who’ll form a balanced pairing with the returning Cristian Romero. Despite not earning a new contract from Milan, Zapata is still an aerially imposing CB who finished last season on a strong note.
On a free, Genoa are getting an experienced center back who’ll form a balanced pairing with the returning Cristian Romero. Despite not earning a new contract from Milan, Zapata is still an aerially imposing CB who finished last season on a strong note.
Takehiro Tomiyasu ➡️ Bologna
Out of all of the CBs Walter Sabatini has bought this summer (Matteo Bani, Stefano Denswil), Tomiyasu (20) is the most exciting. A versatile defender, he’s excellent at reading attackers’ movements, winning 1v1s, and dominating aerial duels.
Out of all of the CBs Walter Sabatini has bought this summer (Matteo Bani, Stefano Denswil), Tomiyasu (20) is the most exciting. A versatile defender, he’s excellent at reading attackers’ movements, winning 1v1s, and dominating aerial duels.
Manuel Lazzari ➡️ Lazio
Having blossomed in Leonardo Semplici’s 3-5-2, the ex-SPAL man will fit in on the right wing of Simone Inzaghi’s 3-5-1-1. A tricky wingback to defend against, he’ll provide width and pinpoint crossing to a level that Adam Marušić has been unable to reach.
Having blossomed in Leonardo Semplici’s 3-5-2, the ex-SPAL man will fit in on the right wing of Simone Inzaghi’s 3-5-1-1. A tricky wingback to defend against, he’ll provide width and pinpoint crossing to a level that Adam Marušić has been unable to reach.
Valentino Lazaro ➡️ Inter
Like Mama Baldé, he’s not quite a RB or a RW, but a hybrid. Inter wisely avoided Victor Moses and went with Lazaro for Conte’s 3-5-2. A set-piece specialist, Lazaro’s change of pace and quick feet make him a 1v1 demon, a talented jack-of-all trades.
Like Mama Baldé, he’s not quite a RB or a RW, but a hybrid. Inter wisely avoided Victor Moses and went with Lazaro for Conte’s 3-5-2. A set-piece specialist, Lazaro’s change of pace and quick feet make him a 1v1 demon, a talented jack-of-all trades.
Fabio Depaoli ➡️ Sampdoria
One of the few bright spots of a mediocre Chievo Verona team last season, Depaoli will challenge Jacopo Sala or Bartosz Bereszyński for a starting spot. Only 22, he’s a versatile RB with good crossing and vision. At €4.5m, smart bargain by Carlo Osti.
One of the few bright spots of a mediocre Chievo Verona team last season, Depaoli will challenge Jacopo Sala or Bartosz Bereszyński for a starting spot. Only 22, he’s a versatile RB with good crossing and vision. At €4.5m, smart bargain by Carlo Osti.
La Liga:
Eden Hazard ➡️ Real Madrid
Florentino Pérez is putting together a transfer window to end all transfer windows, and Hazard is the crown jewel. A longtime favorite of Zidane’s, he led Lille to 1 league title and Chelsea to 2; he has the potential to tip the power balance in Spain.
Florentino Pérez is putting together a transfer window to end all transfer windows, and Hazard is the crown jewel. A longtime favorite of Zidane’s, he led Lille to 1 league title and Chelsea to 2; he has the potential to tip the power balance in Spain.
Rubén Peña ➡️ Villarreal
One of the best right backs in Spain last season, Peña blossomed for José Luis Mendilibar’s Eibar with his aggressive pressing, his accurate crossing, speed, and slick dribbling in 1v1 situations. For €8m, he’s a wise bet for the Submarino Amarillo.
One of the best right backs in Spain last season, Peña blossomed for José Luis Mendilibar’s Eibar with his aggressive pressing, his accurate crossing, speed, and slick dribbling in 1v1 situations. For €8m, he’s a wise bet for the Submarino Amarillo.
Chimy Ávila ➡️ Osasuna
His 10 goals weren’t enough to keep Huesca up, but for €2.7m, he’ll bring more than goals to El Sadar. He’s a rugged ball-winner who can play up top or on either wing, a hard worker who fights for loose balls & will fit in well at Jagoba Arrasate’s side.
His 10 goals weren’t enough to keep Huesca up, but for €2.7m, he’ll bring more than goals to El Sadar. He’s a rugged ball-winner who can play up top or on either wing, a hard worker who fights for loose balls & will fit in well at Jagoba Arrasate’s side.
Renan Lodi ➡️ Atlético Madrid
At just 21, Lodi is a complete dynamo at LB: quick to recover defensively, technically astute and skillful in 1v1s, and a pinpoint crosser. His placement and vision is outstanding, but he must improve his defensive concentration to start for Cholo.
At just 21, Lodi is a complete dynamo at LB: quick to recover defensively, technically astute and skillful in 1v1s, and a pinpoint crosser. His placement and vision is outstanding, but he must improve his defensive concentration to start for Cholo.
Jeando Fuchs ➡️ Deportivo Alavés
With Sochaux nearly being relegated from Ligue 2 due to financial woes, Alavés swept in and signed Olivier Verdon & Fuchs. Fuchs is a Duracell bunny in midfield, constantly winning possession, sprinting from box to box, and evading pressure well.
With Sochaux nearly being relegated from Ligue 2 due to financial woes, Alavés swept in and signed Olivier Verdon & Fuchs. Fuchs is a Duracell bunny in midfield, constantly winning possession, sprinting from box to box, and evading pressure well.
Maxi Gómez ➡️ Valencia
Despite West Ham offering to pay his €50m buyout clause, Gómez rejected them; instead, Valencia are getting him for €15m, Santi Mina, and Jorge Saénz on loan. Boasting aerial prowess and physicality, he'll form a deadly two-punch up top with Rodrigo.
Despite West Ham offering to pay his €50m buyout clause, Gómez rejected them; instead, Valencia are getting him for €15m, Santi Mina, and Jorge Saénz on loan. Boasting aerial prowess and physicality, he'll form a deadly two-punch up top with Rodrigo.
Jules Koundé ➡️ Sevilla
Sevilla's defense was shaky last season, but Koundé will form a nice defensive pairing with new arrival Diego Carlos. Quick to the tackle, aerially imposing despite only being 6′ 0″, and a great reader of the game, he also boasts a nice disguised pass.
Sevilla's defense was shaky last season, but Koundé will form a nice defensive pairing with new arrival Diego Carlos. Quick to the tackle, aerially imposing despite only being 6′ 0″, and a great reader of the game, he also boasts a nice disguised pass.
Álex Remiro ➡️ Real Sociedad
Between Kepa, Remiro, and Unai Simón, Lezama has churned out goalkeepers left and right over the years. After helping Huesca to promotion, Remiro could've been Athletic's #1 after Kepa left, but he demanded a high wage and was frozen out of the team.
Between Kepa, Remiro, and Unai Simón, Lezama has churned out goalkeepers left and right over the years. After helping Huesca to promotion, Remiro could've been Athletic's #1 after Kepa left, but he demanded a high wage and was frozen out of the team.
Enric Gallego ➡️ Getafe
Despite working as a delivery man, a construction worker, and a truck driver, Gallego never gave up his dream of going pro, and at 32, he'll be playing Europa League football next season. In his first season of professional football, he scored 20 goals.
Despite working as a delivery man, a construction worker, and a truck driver, Gallego never gave up his dream of going pro, and at 32, he'll be playing Europa League football next season. In his first season of professional football, he scored 20 goals.
Frenkie de Jong ➡️ Barcelona
Last season, Frenkie became part and parcel of dominant Ajax and Holland sides, leading Barça to shell out €75m for him in January. He drives through pressure at will with his close control, while also being positionally astute.
Box-to-box phenom.
Last season, Frenkie became part and parcel of dominant Ajax and Holland sides, leading Barça to shell out €75m for him in January. He drives through pressure at will with his close control, while also being positionally astute.
Box-to-box phenom.
