Europe's top 50 transfer targets for summer 2011 - in pictures

A look at Europe's top transfer targets – in no particular order – from Javier Pastore to Pablo Osvaldo

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  • Javier Pastore

    – Attacking midfielder, PalermoAge 21Price £44mThe Argentinian is much in demand after a superb season in Serie A. According to the Palermo president, Maurizio Zamparini, Chelsea have already had an offer knocked back – 'If someone wants to buy Pastore, the price is £44m.'Who might be after him: Chelsea, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Inter
    Javier Pastore

  • Cesc Fábregas

    – Attacking midfielder, ArsenalAge 24Price £50mBarcelona's interest in Arsène Wenger's captain is no secret and they tried to sign him last summer, but were eventually unwilling to meet the midfielder's asking price.Who might be after him: Barcelona
    Top 50 transfer targets: Arsenal's Cesc Fabregas

  • Neymar

    – Striker, SantosAge 19Price £30mThe latest big talent to emerge in South America, the young striker wowed English crowds in March with a virtuoso display in Brazil's 2-0 friendly win over Scotland at the Emirates Stadium. Chelsea and Real Madrid are known to be strong admirers of Neymar.Who might be after him: Chelsea, Real MadridPhotograph: Paulo Whitaker/Reuters
    Top 50 transfer targets: Santos' Neymar with a mask of himself after scoring against Colo Colo

  • Radamel Falcao

    – Striker, FC PortoAge 25Price £26mThe Colombian striker helped fire Porto to the treble last season and his prolific goalscoring record saw him hit the net a record 17 times in the Europa League. The 25-year-old forward is rumoured to be wanted by both Arsenal and Tottenham, with a bid in the region of £26m on the horizon.Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Tottenham
    Top 50 transfer targets: Porto's Radamel Falcao Garcia celebrates after winning the Europa League

  • Carlos Tevez

    – Striker, Manchester CityAge 26Price £40mAlthough Manchester City won the FA Cup and qualified for the Champions League last season, doubts remain over the future of their best player. Tevez has had a frosty relationship with his manager, Roberto Mancini, at times and wishes to be closer to his family in Argentina. A move to Italy or Spain could be on the cards.Who might be after him: Inter, Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Carlos Tevez crosses past Shawcross and Whelan during the FA Cup final

  • Eden Hazard

    – Attacking midfielder/Winger, LilleAge 20Price £20mThe Belgian won the Ligue 1 Player of the Year award as he helped his club win the title for the first time in 57 years. Recent reports have suggested he may be willing to stay in northern France, but after some sublime performances this season coupled with 12 goals in all competitions, Europe's elite will be loitering with intent.Who might be after him: Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham, Manchester United, Milan, Inter, Barcelona
    Top 50 transfer targets: Lille's Eden Hazard tries to score against Caen's goalkeeper Thomas Bosmel

  • Mario Gotze

    – Midfielder, Borussia DortmundAge 18Price £15mManchester United are keen to improve their creative options in midfield and the young German, who starred for Borussia Dortmund as they won the Bundesliga last season, may be the perfect fit given the club's policy on bringing in players for the future rather than established names.Who might be after him: Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Mario Gotze of Borussia Dortmund

  • Marko Marin

    – Winger, Werder BremenAge 22Price £15mNicknamed 'the German Messi', Marin is believed to be attracting interest from the Premier League, particularly from Arsenal and Manchester United. Mesut Ozil left Werder Bremen last summer; Marin could be the next out of the door.Who might be after him: Arsenal, Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Werder Bremen's Marko Marin in action against Tottenham Hotspur

  • Didier Drogba

    – Striker, ChelseaAge 33Price £10mGiven that he is the wrong side of 30 and Chelsea appear intent on making Fernando Torres the focal point of their attack next season, the Ivorian's time at Stamford Bridge could be up. Harry Redknapp is said to be interested.Who might be after him: Tottenham, Galatasary, Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Chelsea's Didier Drogba shoots past Spurs' Michael Dawson to score

  • Wesley Sneijder

    – Attacking midfielder, InterAge 26Price £30mSir Alex Ferguson is a long-time admirer of Sneijder and will be hoping Inter's star playmaker can replace the void left by Paul Scholes. The 26-year-old Dutch international was an inspirational figure when Inter won the quadruple, including the Champions League in the 2009-10 season and also helped Holland reach the 2010 World Cup final.Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Inter Milan's Sneijder controls the ball in the Serie A match against Parma

  • Kaká

    – Attacking midfielder, Real MadridAge 29Price £50mKaká has endured a frustrating season at the Bernabéu after signing from Milan for £56m in 2009. He has found himself behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Mesut Ozil in the pecking order under José Mourinho after an injury-hit season. The Brazilian has said he wants to stay with Real, despite continued interest from Milan, Manchester City and Chelsea.Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Manchester City, Milan
    Top 50 transfer targets: Real Madrid's Kaká

  • Moussa Sow

    – Striker, LilleAge 25Price £20mWhile Gervinho and Eden Hazard have taken many of the plaudits at Lille this season, the Senegalese striker has sprung to the top of several summer shopping lists after topping the scoring charts in Ligue 1 with 25 goals. Who might be after him: Arsenal, Manchester City
    Moussa Sow

  • Fábio Coentrão

    – Left-back, BenficaAge 23Price £26mThe attack-minded full-back has 12 caps for Portugal and looked promising in Benfica's run to the Europa League semi-finals. Club president Luis Filipe Vieira has warned potential suitors that Coentrão will not leave for anything less than £26m.Who might be after him: Manchester City, Liverpool, Milan, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Chelsea • Coentrão has joined Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Benfica's Fabio Coentrao reacts after missing a shot against Sporting Braga

  • Jack Rodwell

    – Midfielder, EvertonAge 20Price £15m Sir Alex Ferguson has reportedly been a long-term admirer but David Moyes will not let the youngster go without a fight.Who might be after him: Manchester United, Manchester City
    Top 50 transfer targets: Manchester United's Antonio Valencia closes down Everton's Jack Rodwell

  • Giuseppe Rossi

    – Striker, VillarrealAge 24Price £25mThe 24-year-old was Villarreal's top scorer in La Liga last season and was reportedly a target for Tottenham in January's transfer window. But the Champions League quarter-finalists may struggle to land the former Manchester United striker now that he has been strongly linked with a move to Barcelona, who may offer Bojan Krkic in return.Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Tottenham
    Top 50 transfer targets: Villarreal's Giuseppe Rossi controls the ball

  • Michel Bastos

    – Left-back, LyonAge 27Price £15mThe Brazil full-back has spent the past five years in Ligue 1 and could be persuaded to head to pastures new. Italy and Juventus seem the likeliest destination, but Arsenal and Liverpool have both been linked with a move.Who might be after him: Juventus, Arsenal, Liverpool
    Michel Bastos

  • Karim Benzema

    – Striker, Real MadridAge 23Price £22mFrench international Benzema joined Real Madrid in 2009 after the club paid Lyon in the region of £35m for him. At the time Manchester United had also shown a keen interest in bringing the striker to Old Trafford, although Benzema ultimately chose to move to the Spanish capital. He has been in good form for Real under José Mourinho, although he was left frustrated at being left out of the starting line-up in the Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Real Madrid's Karim Benzema & Lyon's Cristiano Marques fight for the ball

  • Marek Hamsik

    – Attacking midfielder, NapoliAge 23Price £26mNapoli midfielder Hamsik has attracted a lot of attention since helping his side earn a Champions League spot for finishing third in Serie A. The Slovakian playmaker, who is the captain of his national side, is reportedly a transfer target for Milan and Manchester United.Who might be interested in him: Manchester United, Milan
    Top 50 transfer targets: Napoli's Marek Hamsik fires in a shots against Inter Milan

  • Franck Ribéry

    – Winger, Bayern MunichAge 28Price £40mBayern Munich's talisman endured a difficult season in Germany, which culminated in a trophyless year for the 2010 Champions League finalists. The former Marseille star may look for a fresh challenge this summer, with Juventus eyeing up the France international. However, his contract at Bayern is not due to expire until 2015.Who might be interested in him: Juventus
    Top 50 transfer targets: Bayern Munich's Franck Ribery talks to referee Jochen Drees

  • Gervinho

    – Striker, LilleAge 23Price £10mAfter helping Lille win the French title this season, Gervinho has attracted attention from a host of Premier League clubs. Tottenham appear favourites, but Everton, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City are also believed to be keen on the £10m-rated hitman.Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City • Gervinho has joined Arsenal
    Top 50 transfer targets: Lille striker Gervinho

  • Emmanuel Adebayor

    – Striker, Manchester CityAge 27Price £14mThe 27-year-old Togolese international has spent the past season on loan at Real Madrid. Although he is due to return to Manchester City over the summer might José Mourinho look to make the move permanent?Who might be interested in him: Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Real Madrid's Emmanuel Adebayor celebrates after scoring against Almeria

  • Zlatan Ibrahimovic

    – Striker, BarcelonaAge 29Price £20mAfter a joyless spell at Barcelona, the Swede spent last season on loan at Milan, where he helped Massimiliano Allegri's side win their first Serie A title since 2003. He is certain to leave Camp Nou for good this summer, although Milan will face competition for his signature from Manchester City and Real Madrid, who are both managed by two of his former managers, Roberto Mancini and José Mourinho respectively.Who might be after him: Manchester City, Milan, Real Madrid • Ibrahimovic has joined Milan
    Top 50 transfer targets: Barcelona's Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores against China's Beijing Guoan

  • Christopher Samba

    – Defender, BlackburnAge 27Price £12m Strong, powerful and commanding centre-half with great positional awareness. His physique also poses problems at the other end of the field. Recently quoted as saying: 'I am at an age now where I want to try to do something. You only have one career and it would be a shame to not make the best of it.'Who might be after him: Arsenal
    Top 50 transfer targets: Newcastle's Shola Ameobi is beaten in the air by Blackburn's Samba

  • Raphael Varane

    – Centre-back, LensAge 18Price £10mFrench Under-21 international Varane (above left) has reportedly caught the eye of Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who has been impressed with the 18-year-old's performances this season. A deal in the region of £10m should be enough to lure the young defender to Old Trafford, with the French club looking for cash to rebuild their squad after suffering relegation from Ligue 1.Who might be interested in him: Manchester United • Varane has joined Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Lens' centre-back Raphael Varane vies with Lorient's Kevin Monnet-Paquet

  • Leandro Damiao

    – Striker, InternacionalAge 21Price £13mYoung Brazilian forward Damiao has apparently caught the eye of La Liga champions Barcelona after some impressive performances for club side Internacional. The prolific striker has also been identified as a target for Benfica, Juventus and Tottenham in the past few months.Who might be interested in him: Benfica, Juventus, Tottenham, Barcelona
    Top 50 transfer targets: Internacional's Leandro Damiao shoots and scores against Chivas

  • Ricky Alvarez

    – Attacking midfielder, Vélez SársfieldAge 23Price £12mArgentinian playmaker Alvarez, above right, is attracting a lot of interest from clubs across Europe, with Arsenal and Roma both said to be considering an offer. Vélez Sársfield's star man has been deployed both in midfield and as a second striker in the Argentinian league.Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Roma
    Top 50 transfer targets: Velez Sarsfield's Ricardo Alvarez, right, and Libertad's Carlos Bonet

  • Gareth Bale

    – Left-back/Left-winger, Tottenham HotspurAge 21Price £40mPFA player of the year Bale has turned a lot of heads after some sensational performances for Spurs this season. Harry Redknapp will be determined to hold on to the Welsh international but if an attractive offer comes in over the summer he may have to consider it. Manchester City, Barcelona, Manchester United, Inter and Milan have all been linked with Bale in the past few months.Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Inter, Manchester City, Manchester United, Milan Real Madrid
    Top 50 transfer targets: Spurs' Gareth Bale gets around the outside of Inter Milan's Maicon

  • Edison Cavani

    – Striker, NapoliAge 24Price £40mThe Uruguayan's goals came close to taking Napoli to a stunning Serie A title. There was wild talk of an £85m bid from Manchester City in the January transfer window, but Europe's big boys are certainly sniffing around after the striker's 26 goals in 35 games Who might be after him: Manchester City
    Edinson Cavani

  • Luka Modric

    – Central midfielder, Tottenham HotspurAge 25Price £40mInspirational at the heart of Spurs' midfield this year, Modric is also said to be on the shopping list of Manchester City, Barcelona and Manchester United.Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Manchester City, Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Tottenham Hotspur's Luka Modric, left, & Sunderland's Jordan Henderson

  • Charlie Adam

    – Midfielder, BlackpoolAge 25Price £7mAdam's quality for the Seasiders has been clear for all to see this term. The set-piece specialist came close to a move in January and is certain to leave Bloomfield Road this summerWho might be after him: Liverpool, Manchester United • Adam has joined Liverpool
    Top 50 transfer targets: Blackpool's Blackpool's Charlie Adam scores against Blackburn Rovers

  • Connor Wickham

    – Striker, Ipswich TownAge 18Price £15mNumerous clubs are said to be interested in Ipswich's teenage wonderkid, who has had an impressive past season in the Championship. Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham, Chelsea and Juventus are all monitoring the young forward.Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Juventus, Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham • Wickham has joined Sunderland
    Top 50 transfer targets: Ipswich Town's Connor Wickham leaps over Arsenal's Denilson

  • Charles N'Zogbia

    – Midfielder/Winger, WiganAge 24Price £10mN'Zogbia scored 10 goals for Wigan last year, including two in their crucial game with West Ham on the penultimate weekend. Was the subject of a deadline day bid by former club Newcastle in January.Who might be after him: Newcastle, Sunderland, Liverpool, Stoke, Aston Villa
    Top 50 transfer targets: Wigan's Charles N'Zogbia celebrates after scoring against Everton

  • Alexis Sanchez

    – Right-winger/Attacking midfielder, UdineseAge 22Price £35mThe Chilean struck 12 goals in Serie A this season, including four goals in a 7-0 demolition of Palermo. Impressed for his country in their march to the last 16 of the World Cup in South Africa last summer. One of the top targets.Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Barcelona, Milan, Inter
    Top 50 transfer targets: Udinese's Alexis Sanchez, is challenged by AC Milan's Mark Van Bommel

  • Sergio Agüero

    – Striker, Atlético MadridAge 22Price £35mScored 23 goals in La Liga this season. His pace and trickery will make him one of the hottest properties in Europe this summer.Who might be after him: Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter, Juventus
    Top 50 transfer targets: Atletico Madrid's forward Sergio Kun Aguero eyes the ball

  • Kevin Gameiro

    – Striker, LorientAge 24Price £12mBelieved to want to test himself in La Liga, the Frenchmen may yet well end up in the Premier League next season. Scored 19 times in Ligue 1 this term as his side finished seventh. His main attribute is his electric pace.Who might be after him: Arsenal, Tottenham, Newcastle, Valencia, Sevilla
    Top 50 transfer targets: Lorient's Kevin Gameiro races through the Marseille defence

  • Dimitar Berbatov

    – Striker, Manchester UnitedAge: 30Price £15mThe striker has been something of an enigma during his three seasons at Old Trafford, sometimes imperious, but often infuriating. Although he was United's top scorer last season, he was not even given a place on the bench for the 3-1 defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League final, a snub that could prove the final straw for the Bulgarian.Who might be after him: Bayern Munich, Tottenham
    Top 50 transfer targets: Dimitar Berbatov fires just wide against Newcastle United

  • Scott Parker

    – Midfielder, West HamAge 30Price £8mThe Football Writers' Player of the Year looks destined to leave West Ham after relegation. His passion, commitment and slick passing skills are sure to attract plenty of clubs in the top flight.Who might be after him: Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool
    Top 50 transfer targets: West Ham United's Scott Parker celebrates scoring against Stoke City

  • Shinji Kagawa

    – Striker, DortmundAge 22Price £15mThe Japan international only has half a season in European football behind him, having broken a foot midway through the Bundesliga campaign, but he certainly made an impression, scoring twice in the Revierderby against Schalke. Dortmund are preparing to offer him a new contract to keep the suitors at bay. Who might be after him: Milan, Manchester United
    Shinji Kagawa

  • José Enrique

    – Left-back, NewcastleAge 25Price £10mThe full-back is stalling on contract negotiations but Newcastle would still want to make some profit on the £6.5m they paid Villareal in 2007. The Spaniard is as positive going forward as he is solid defensively and has impressed in the Magpies' return to the top flight.Who might be after him: Liverpool, Lyon
    Top 50 transfer targets: Newcastle's Jose Enrique, Sunderland's Kieran Richardson & Jordan Henderson

  • Samir Nasri

    – Attacking midfielder, ArsenalAge 23Price £28m Nasri has been a hit at the Emirates since joining from Marseille in 2008, but the 23-year-old is out of contract at the end of next season and both Manchester United and Manchester City are reportedly looking to make a summer swoop for the French international. With clubs in Italy also interested, there is a chance Arsenal may let him go for the right price.Who might be interested in him: Manchester City, Manchester United
    Top 50 transfer targets: Arsenal's Samir Nasri battles with Manchester City's Boatang

  • Romelu Lukaku

    – Striker, AnderlechtAge 18Price £20mScored 31 goals in 61 matches since breaking through into Anderlecht's first team as a 16-year-old. He is being closely tracked by Premier League clubs due to his physique.Who might be after him: Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, Real Madrid, Milan
    Top 50 transfer targets: Anderlecht's Romelu Lukaku is pulled back by Ajax's Jan Vertonghen

  • Gregory van de Wiel

    – Right-back, AjaxAge 23Price £15mAn attacking full-back, Van de Wiel is another impressive product of the Ajax academy. Helped the Amsterdam side lift their first Eredivisie title since 2004. Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Bayern Munich
    Top 50 transfer targets: Gregory Van Der Wiel during the Holland v Hungary Match

  • Alex Song

    – Defensive midfielder, ArsenalAge 23Price £15mSong is a rumoured transfer target for Inter after impressing at the base of the Arsenal midfield.Who might be interested in him: Inter
    Top 50 transfer targets: Manchester City's Yaya Toure is tackled by Arsenal's Alex Song

  • Eljero Elia

    – Winger, HamburgAge 24Price £17m Has reportedly fallen out with the management at the Imtech Arena. A pacey winger whose reputation has grown since his move to the Bundesliga.Who might be after him: Liverpool, Milan, Inter, Juventus
    Top 50 transfer targets: Eljero Elia of Hamburg is challenged by Mario Goetze of Borussia Dortmund

  • Juan Mata

    – Winger, ValenciaAge 23Price £25mValencia's money worries means they may be forced to cash in on their prize asset if the right offer comes along. Mata's release clause is rumoured to be around €60m, but the club could certainly be persuaded to sell for less. Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool
    Juan Mata

  • Gary Cahill

    - Defender, BoltonAge 25Price £20mSeen by some as the future of England's central defence. Developed hugely since moving to the Reebok Stadium three years ago. The strongest interest is believed to be coming from Eastlands.Who might be after him: Manchester City, Arsenal
    Top 50 transfer targets: Bolton's Gary Cahill takes the ball away from Manchester City's Edin Dzeko

  • Alexandre Pato

    - Striker, MilanAge 21Price £30mPato has been at Milan since 2007 and may decide he needs a change of scenery after winning his first Serie A title. Chelsea are looking to rejuvenate their squad and have tried to sign the Brazilian striker before.Who might be after him: Chelsea
    Top 50 transfer targets: AC Milan's Pato celebrates at the end of the Serie A match against Inter

  • Fernando Llorente

    – Striker, Athletic BilbaoAge 23Price £30mNow a regular in the Spain squad, the 6ft 5in striker has been prolific for club and country. Heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid, though Bilbao, understandably, don't want to let him go. Who might be after him: Liverpool, Tottenham, Real Madrid
    Fernando Llorente

  • Ashley Young

    – Winger/Forward, Aston VillaPrice £15mYoung managed to grab 10 goals this season in a campaign that saw Villa close to being dragged into the relegation mire. The lure of European football could tempt him away from Villa Park.Who might be after him: Liverpool, Manchester United • Young has joined Man Utd
    Top 50 transfer targets: Aston Villa's Ashley Young applauds the fans

  • Pablo Osvaldo

    – Striker, EspanyolAge 25Price £15mBorn in Buenos Aires but with an Italian passport, Osvaldo has been one of the revelations of the Spanish season. Fast, aggressive, strong and a very good finisher. Who might be after him: Fulham, Tottenham
    Pablo Osvaldo
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