Football Summer Transfer Window 2026: World Cup breakout trio could get big moves

3 July - World Cup breakout stars on clubs' radars

Ayyoub Bouaddi

The Lille midfielder has caught the eye with his performances for Morocco at the World Cup and, with Canada up next, the North Africans will fancy their chances of going further.

At just 18, Bouaddi could be both a long term investment and a player capable of making an impact immediately. It's no surprise that Premier League clubs are interested with Man City 6/42.50 and Arsenal [6/4] the current joint favourites but Man Utd 9/25.50 are on the lookout for a midfielder and have been linked by reports.

Johan Manzambi

Another young midfielder who's impressing in North America for his country, this Swiss 20-year-old currently plays for Freibrug in the Bundesliga. He may not be there for long, however, after Manzambi's brilliant performance in his country's 2-0 win over Algeria in the round of 32 in addition to the three goals he scored during the group stage.

Newcastle 4/91.44 are reportedly trying to wrap up a deal for Manzambi. The Magpies have sold Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali already this summer, so have cash to spend.

Folarin Balogun

The USA forward scored his third goal of the tournament and received a red card in his country's round of 32 win over Bosnia. They'll have to do without him in the next round against Belgium, so maybe he'll be able to ponder his future while he sits out that one.

Dortmund are 15/82.88 to sign Balogun from Monaco but Chelsea 10/34.33, never shy of making an impulsive acquisition, could be an option if Balogun doesn't mind not playing in Europe in 2026/27 (the Blues finished 10th last season).

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