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The summer market for football transfer opened in early June and ends in late August, in most major European leagues. Some African players seem particularly coveted during this transfer window. Here are seven.
Patson Daka (Zambia)
The author of two fantastic seasons with Red Bull Salzburg arouses the striker a lot of envy, especially on the English side. It must be said that Chipolopolo, author of 51 goals in 59 Austrian championships since the summer of 2019, crosses many boxes: he is young (22 years old), versatile and perfect. But his contract expires in 2024. The participants in a transfer must therefore release at least thirty million euros to recruit him.
Youssef En-Nesiry (Morocco)
The same goes for the Moroccan. He came out of a very good year with Sevilla FC, having done 18 times in the Spanish championship. On the other hand, the 24-year-old center-back has a lease in Andalusia that runs until 2025. Which clubs will be ready to release around forty million euros to attract the former Malaga and Leganes residents?
Franck Kessié (Ivory Coast)
The 24-year-old midfielder has a strong position to extend with AC Milan or look elsewhere. In fact, he will be free in the summer of 2022. The author of a new permanent season, the Ivorian may be tempted to leave, after six years in Italy. Will the opportunity to play in the Champions League persuade him to stay with Milanese?
Kalidou Koulibaly (Senegal)
Every year it is announced on departure to a more exclusive club than Naples. Every year, the Senegalese proves his loyalty to the Neapolitans by staying, he who has played there since 2014. But at 30 and with a record that does not match his talent, the center-back can finally be tempted by a resignation. Especially since Napoli will not play in the Champions League next season.
Chancel Mbemba (DR Congo)
Anyone who can play a central defender as well as a defensive midfielder has a significant advantage, unlike other African players of his caliber: he will not play the next African Cup of Nations, next January. DRC is not qualified, he will be able to devote all his energy to FC Porto. Or to another club. In any case, the Portuguese team has every interest in extending it or selling it this summer. Because in June 2022, he will be able to leave for free.
Wilfred Ndidi (Nigeria)
The 24-year-old midfielder continues to gain strength season after season. Will he continue his promotion with Leicester City where he has a two-year contract left? In any case, his rating is the highest and is valued at 60 million euros, according to Transfermarkt.
Paul Onuachu (Nigeria)
The 2-meter-01 giant dominated the Belgian league with head and shoulders and scored 33 goals in 38 matches. Obviously, this is good for Genk, as the Nigerian is still under contract until 2024. To secure the services of this 27-year-old striker, it will probably be necessary to invest at least 20 million euros.
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