The World Cup stars being targeted by Premier League clubs

England. Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson remains a key transfer target for Manchester City, while Liverpool have shown interest in Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande

It's the ultimate shop window: a World Cup with 48 teams - all packed with players eager to show what they can do on the biggest stage.

Fans are cheering on their national teams. with half an eye on who their Premier League side might be keen to sign.

With the transfer window now open. BBC Sport journalists have been taking a look at some of the key names being discussed.

Here are some of the players under the microscope.

England goalkeeper James Trafford, USA left-back Antonee Robinson, Croatia centre-back Luka Vuskovic and DR Congo defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka

The prospect ofNewcastlemaking a third attempt to sign England goalkeeperJames Traffordin just three years has not been ruled out.

Although he did not feature in England's opener against Croatia. it was significant that on the eve of the game theManchester Citygoalkeeper accepted he will need to be first choice at club level to fulfil his dream of being his country's number one.

That could yet work inNewcastle's favour if they are to return to the table forManchester City's cup keeper.

Fulham'sAntonee Robinsoncould come intoManchester United's thinking if they decide their left-sided options would be best bolstered by a more defensive player.

Robinson is a key figure in the USA team. completed the full 90 minutes against Paraguay and 80 minutes of their match with Australia.

Brightonhave already had a couple of bids turned down forTottenhamdefenderLuka Vuskovic.

The 19-year-old started Croatia's World Cup opener with England in the heart of a three-man defence,. was replaced 20 minutes after half-time as Thomas Tuchel's side dominated.

Vuskovic wasn't completely to blame for Harry Kane getting a free header for his second goal, but the youngster was nearest the ball as Kane got a free run at it. wasn't able to get beyond John Stones as he tried to leap to challenge.

Crystal Palacewill come into the season fresh from winning the Conference League,. they have another European campaign as a result.

The main thing that was highlighted last season was that the squad that Palace started the season with lacked depth, which is why the club brought in Jorgen Strand Larsen, Brennan Johnson. Evann Guessand in the winter transfer window.

The Europa League will present a higher level of competition for Palace. as a result they will need to invest again.

Tyrick Mitchell is the only real first-team quality option at left-back,. right-back Daniel Munoz, 30, had knee surgery last season and did not look the same afterwards.

Munoz is now at the World Cup with Colombia. Even though Mitchell has had the summer off after missing out on the England squad. the full-back areas are where Palace will need to bring in back-up or players who can rival the current choices for a place in the starting XI.

New boss Pierre Sage will surely be keeping an eye on the World Cup, but he is fresh to the role. therefore Palace's signing plans are unclear for now.

The right-back position has been a problem for some time andWest Hamand DR Congo'sAaron Wan-Bissakais of interest toEverton- as is England andTottenhamfull-backDjed Spence.

Bournemouth's recruitment is unlikely to be as busy as it was in the summer of 2025. when the sale of several stars meant replacements were required.

The Cherries are definitely in the market for a goalkeeper to provide back-up. competition for Djordje Petrovic, and would probably like a left-footed centre-back to fill the gap left by Marcos Senesi's move toTottenhamwhich will go through on 1 July. Some of the world's best defenders are on show at the World Cup, but that may not beBournemouth's target market.

Any other business may depend on whether any of their current stars are prised away. Despite some noise in the media around Alex Scott, Eli Junior Kroupi and Rayan, concrete interest is yet to materialise.

In terms of actual namesLeedsare chasing, it is difficult to discern at this stage,. I know they admire the Czech playerLadislav Krejci.The centre-back was atWolveslast season on loan from Girona.

England midfielder Elliot Anderson, Brazil's Ederson, Senegal's Lamine Camara & Argentina's Valentin Barco

Nottingham Forestare thought to want a record fee for a British player if they are to sellElliot Anderson,and you can see why after the midfielder's eye-catching performance in England's opening World Cup victory over Croatia.

Anderson played the full 90 minutes. made the great Luka Modric look all of his 40 years of age, providing a superb assist for Jude Bellingham's all-important second-half goal.

The 23-year-old's job. importance to England's midfield is clear - since Thomas Tuchel took charge in January 2025, Anderson has won possession 78 times, that's 51 more than Declan Rice who is next on that list.

Manchester City's second offer worth £120m has already beenrejected by Forestand Anderson may have added another £10m to his value following his highly impressive first appearance at a major international tournament.

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Nottingham Forestdo not plan another near-£200m spending spree like last season but are looking to add.

Elliot Anderson's expected move toManchester Citymeans a midfielder will be a priority. boss Vitor Pereira wants to do business early - learning from his frustrations at the slow speed ofWolves' deals when he was at Molineux last summer.

Forest previously looked at Uruguay's World Cup defender Mathias Olivera, having bids rejected by Napoli earlier in the year.

Manchester Unitedhave already agreed a deal to signEdersonfrom Atalanta,. the £35m man's move has been delayed as he was a late call-up to the Brazil World Cup squad.

The 26-year-old was left on the bench for the opening draw with Morocco. even though Casemiro was replaced at half-time after Carlo Ancelotti's men were given a torrid time in the middle of the pitch.

Lamine Camarastarted both of Senegal's opening World Cup fixtures, which ended in defeats by France and Norway.

The midfielder caught the eye with one particularly clever through ball behind France's backline, which nearly played in Nicolas Jackson,. he was also a little loose in possession at times on his tournament debut.

Camara was used in a more advanced role in the 3-2 loss at the hands of Norway. As was also the case in the first game, he was substituted in the second half.

Yet it is easy to forget the Monaco midfielder is still only 22.

IfNewcastlewere to make a move for him. it is as much about the player he could develop into as it is the talent he is now.

Strasbourg midfielderValentin Barcoannounced his departurelast monthamid reportedChelseainterest.

Lille. Morocco midfielderAyyoub Bouaddi, 18,has also been linked toChelsea, but it's unclear whether they will want to sign a further midfielder after the expected Barco deal.

England's Morgan Rogers, Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande, the Netherlands' Crysencio Summerville and Croatia's Toni Fruk

Arsenalheaded into the summer in a position of strength after winning the Premier League title.

The Gunners spent heavily last summer. plan to invest in their squad again as they look to build a period of dominance in the league.

Aston VillaforwardMorgan Rogersis a target. is part of the England squad at the World Cup where he is battling for a starting role with Jude Bellingham.

Rogers can play as a number 10. from either wing and could be a great addition toArsenal's group of attacking players.

It remains to be seen how much Villa would want for him.

It's no secret thatLiverpoolare admirers ofYan Diomandeand the 19-year-old winger made a brilliant start to the World Cup with a player-of-the-match display for Ivory Coast in their 1-0 win over Ecuador.

Diomande, who plays club football in Germany for RB Leipzig, started for his country. spent time on each flank during the 90 minutes, constantly asking questions of the Ecuador defence.

In a 2-1 defeat against Germany at the weekend. Diomande, who is valued at about £100m, played a key role in his team's goal as part of another impressive display. He is next due in action on Thursday when Ivory Coast take on Curacao.

Another attacking name linked toLiverpoolis Paris St-Germain'sBradley Barcola, who started his World Cup with a goal for France against Senegal.

Just moments after coming on, the 23-year-old finished in style. he was subsequently rewarded with a start against Iraq on Monday, where he was relentless down the left wing.

Arsenalare also keen on Barcola. who may leave PSG this summer having become a back-up to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for Luis Enrique's side.

Barcola could get his next World Cup action on Friday, when France play Norway.

Manchester Unitedhave numerous targets for their left-sided slot andWest Ham'sCrysencio Summervilleis one of them.

The 24-year-old formerLeeds Unitedwinger made his senior debut for the Netherlands this month. was only winning his third cap against Japan in the team's World Cup opener. Nevertheless, he finished top of the Fifa rankings for the game because of the continued attacking threat he posed.

Summerville capped his overall contribution by scoring Netherlands' second goal. He also scored their fifth in an impressive 5-1 win over Sweden.

The summer objective forBrentfordwill be a case of filling a couple of gaps and adding depth.

They are certainly looking for a left-sided attacking player and a strong central midfielder.

While there don't appear to be any particular targets who are featuring at the World Cup. some players who may be on the radar have already shown some form.

Crysencio Summervillewill no doubt be seen as a possible target followingWest Ham's relegation,. he will be interesting a range of clubs.

Aston Villawant a pacy winger, a striker, a midfielder. a right-back capable of providing cover for Ezri Konsa at centre-back. A goalkeeper is also on the agenda should Argentina's Emi Martinez leave.

Belgium's young World Cup playerMatias Fernandez-Pardohas been linked. with the 21-year-old able to play wide or through the middle up front.

Fulham's priority, above following the World Cup, is to appoint a new manager. Then on the pitch they need a striker - or two.

Afterletting Raul Jimenez go on a freethey really need to add more firepower this summer.

They will probably be in the market for a new winger too. with player of the season Harry Wilson yet to commit his future to the club.

Sunderlandwill unquestionably, like all clubs, be keeping an eye on players at the World Cup,. their recruitment process works several windows ahead. They will almost certainly have targets in mind who have been on their radar for as long as a year or more.

The club have made it clear they will not be signing 14 players again - like last year -. a far more conservative four to six. Regis le Bris likes to work with a trusted core of 16 players,. with European football next season it's probably fair to say he will expand the group to 20.

The club are very good at keeping their cards close to their chest. I wouldn't expect that to change this summer.

Key areas for recruitment are central midfield and attack, but full-backs are an area they will also probably look at.

Tottenham's radical overhaul is already well under way after last season's narrow escape from relegation.

Jan Paul van Hecke,Marcos Senesi. Andy Robertson are all on board for Roberto de Zerbi's first full season, and the trio have joined up with their national teams at the World Cup.

Those arrivals will not have escaped the attention of the likes of Cristian Romero. Micky van de Ven, who remain on the books atTottenham.

Spurs also need to address weaknesses further up the pitch, which is why Mateus Fernandes. Sandro Tonali have been linked – they are not involved in North America this summer.

The one area that may not be so intensely revamped is attack, where there are great hopes that James Maddison. Dejan Kulusevski will return to good effect. However, Wilson Odobert, Mathys Tel and Dominic Solanke could be replaceable if the right player becomes available.

Hull Cityboss Sergej Jakirovic has made no secret of his desire. whilst speaking to Croatian media, of his desire to sign players from that country's league.

One of those who's currently at the World Cup isToni Fruk. The 25-year-old Rijeka attacking midfielder/forward was an unused substitute for the loss to England but is highly thought of.

Aside from Fruk, there are no specific names linked with the Tigers from the tournament so far. the club have certainly have eyes on it.

With the impressive recruitment work done already through the likes of sporting director Jared Dublin. head of recruitment Martin Hodge, you wouldn't put it past them to unearth a few gems as Hull return to the Premier League after almost a decade.

We've already mentioned Hull City, but what about the other two promoted teams?

A proven goalscorer is likely to be one ofIpswich Town's priorities this summer when it comes to bringing in new players,. how many of those shining at the World Cup would be interested in a move to Suffolk remains to be seen.

Cyle Larin feels like one that got away having watched him find the net for Canada against Qatar. He'll remain with last season's Championship rivals Southampton having made his impressive loan switch a permanent one.

Away from the World Cup. Ipswich have been linked with Italian teenager Jeff Ekhator who certainly could be one for the future.

Four goals from 54 league appearances for Genoa doesn't get the juices flowing, though,. I'd sooner see Town opt for an older head in Callum Wilson, who does at least have a proven track record in the Premier League.

Coventry Cityhave modelled their transfer business in recent seasons onBrightonandBrentford's prudent work,. they will inevitably need to bring in experienced heads for their return to the Premier League. It remains to be seen if any World Cup players head their way.

The Sky Blues are in the market for a goalkeeper as Carl Rushworth has returned to parent clubBrightonfollowing a season-long loan,. they are also looking for defensive reinforcements.

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