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Identifying Alternative Transfer Targets to Some of the Hottest Properties in Football {A Thread}:

Every summer transfer window is defined by a few major sagas that dominate the headlines. This year, stars like Sancho, Havertz, and Koulibaly are being linked with Europe's elite.

We suggest some alternative options for clubs in search of more realistic and affordable deals:

Alternatives to Jadon Sancho:

The 20-year-old faces a big decision regarding his future at Dortmund, as Manchester United and Chelsea have both expressed their interest in the England int'l.

Here are three alternative options that clubs should be taking a look at this summer:

Ferran Torres has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign and has made the right-wing position at Valencia his own. Blessed with quick feet and searing pace, Torres often drifts inside from wide areas and either beats his man on the dribble or makes smart runs in behind.

Rabbi Matondo, like Sancho, left Man City for Germany in search of more first-team opportunities. He's found that at Schalke, featuring on both wings and at CF this season. The Welshman's lightning-quick pace and one-on-one dribbling ability are his biggest assets.

Things haven't quite gone to plan so far in Marcus Edwards' career, but his recent form suggests the tide is turning. A diminutive, skillful winger with a quick change of direction, assured finishing, and refined close control, he reportedly has a €15m release clause.

Alternatives to Kai Havertz:

The German playmaker is almost certain to leave Bayer Leverkusen this summer, and has been linked with clubs such as Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid.

Below are three more affordable alternatives to Havertz:

We were absolutely thrilled when David Brooks returned from injury recently. The Welshman thrived last season as an inverted right midfielder under Eddie Howe, drifting inside and showcasing his creative ability with his body feints and combination play.
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The Russian caught everyones attention during the 2018 World Cup, and his performances led to a move to Monaco. Although Golovin struggled with injuries last season, he's beginning to showcase his intelligent creativity, passing ability, and smart movement off the ball once more.

Buendia has greatly impressed this season with his creativity, dribbling ability and high work rate. A mix of South American flare, technique, and tenacity, the Norwich midfielder has created more chances than any U23 PL player this season. Scored his first PL goal yesterday.

Alternatives to Lautaro:
Barcelona's pursuit of the striker is no secret. The Catalan giants have earmarked him as a long-term replacement for Luis Suarez, but may have to meet his €111m release clause.

Here are three more affordable forwards other clubs should target instead:

Edouard has truly broken into his stride this season. Averaging over a goal every two games, the Frenchman is comfortable dropping deep to link up play, holds the ball up well, and works hard to get in goalscoring positions in the attacking third. Ready for a big move.

Isak has really come into his own this season at Real Sociedad. Standing at 6'4, the Swede is far more than a target man, creating chances through his fluid movement, picking up smart positions in the final third, and beating defenders with his pace and ability on the dribble.

Donyell Malen left Arsenal in search of first-team chances in 2017 and hasn't looked back since. Comfortable anywhere across the front three, his explosive pace, spatial awareness, top class combination play, and clinical finishing makes him a forward every club should target.

Alternatives to Tanguy Ndombele:

He's often made the headlines this season for all the wrong reasons. A supremely talented midfielder massively out of favour at Spurs, he has made it clear he wants to leave the club.

Here are three other midfielders to keep an eye on:

Although often praised for his physical presence, Sangaré is capable of much, much more. He is intelligent and technical enough to beat the press and play accurate long-balls. Given that Toulouse finished bottom of Ligue 1 this season, a player of his caliber deserves a move.

This season has seen Doucouré deployed as an attacking midfielder, despite being a defensive-minded player. Nevertheless, he has continued to catch the eye with his surging runs. He's constantly been linked with bigger clubs, and if Watford go down, this may be his big break.

Konrad Laimer is the sort of player every manager wants in their team. Capable of playing in midfield or as a right-back, the Austrian has become a staple in Nagelsmann's side. The pressing machine chipped in 8 goal contributions this season to go along with 2.5 tackles p/90.

Alternatives to Kalidou Koulibaly:
According to reports, Napoli are now willing to sell the defender but won't entertain offers below £60m. Manchester United and Liverpool are among those interested.

Those unable to afford the Senegalese defender may look at these alternatives:

The left-footed center-half is an elegant, yet dominant defender and has impressed at Villarreal this year. The 23 year old is comfortable in possession, an adept ball winner, has a wide passing-range, and reads the game extremely well.

Another naturally left-footed center back, N'Dicka has made great strides in the Bundesliga this season. Standing at 6'4, he is quick, strong, agile, and possesses a brilliant passing range. The no-nonsense defender is also comfortable at left-back.

Despite Norwich's struggles this season, Godfrey has still shown his quality. He can switch play effortlessly, is a powerful presence in the air, and possesses quick recovery pace. He's looked good in a system that doesn't provide much help to its defenders. Deserves a big move.

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