Paul Pogba, Gareth Bale, Christian Eriksen

With their contracts at their current clubs expiring, some of Europe's biggest names are free agents this summer.

Is Paul Pogba coming back to Bianconeri? What will life be like for a man who has just left Real Madrid? Where would Christian Eriksen go next?

A number of household names are preparing to find new jobs for the upcoming season.

Gareth Bale

Gareth Bale
Being fit and sharp for the 2022 World Cup is a key consideration for Gareth Bale

The current club is Real Madrid.

It's linked with DC United, Cardiff City,Newcastle United, and AC Milan.

After nine years in the Spanish capital, Bale is leaving Real Madrid, where he won five European titles and three league titles.

A world record transfer fee of over £80m was paid for the Wales forward by Real Madrid.

When he makes a decision on where to play next season, he wants to make sure that he is fit for the World Cup.

Paul Pogba

Paul Pogba
Paul Pogba's last appearance for Manchester United came in a 4-0 defeat at Liverpool

The current club is Manchester United.

It's linked with: Real Madrid, Paris St-Germain, and Manchester City.

After six years at the club, Paul Pogba is leaving this summer.

Within a year of his return to United, he won two cups.

While the 29-year-old helped France win the World Cup in 2018, he has only shown flashes of his superb range of passing and powerful forward running at United, where he has often proved to be a defensive liability and irritated fans with a perceived lack of effort.

In a documentary covering his private life Pogba reportedly claimed United's offer of an improved £300,00 per-week contract was "nothing" suggesting that whoever does sign him will need to have deep pockets.

Christian Eriksen

Christian Eriksen
Christian Eriksen has 115 caps for Denmark - only Peter Schmeichel, Dennis Rommedahl and Simon Kjaer have won more

There is a current club.

It's linked with: Manchester United.

A four-and-a-half year contract with Inter Milan is what Christian Eriksen should sign.

The career of the 30-year-old was changed when he had a cardiac arrest while playing for the Danes at the Euro 2020 tournament.

His quality shone through as he helped the team secure their Premier League status, after he was released by Inter due to the ICD device not being allowed in Italy.

Will he stay in London or will he go to Manchester United?

Jesse Lingard

Jesse Lingard
Jesse Lingard started just two Premier League games last term

The current club is Manchester United.

It's linked with: West Ham United.

Lingard spent 20 years with the club after coming through the academy ranks.

The 29-year-old Englishman, who was kept by United last summer, had a difficult campaign and was not used much.

Finding a new club where he is guaranteed playing time in a World Cup year may be on his mind after his successful loan switch to West Ham.

Ousmane Dembele is a football player.

Ousmane Dembele
On his day Ousmane Dembele is one of the most exciting forwards in world football

The club is currently called Barcelona.

It's linked with: Paris Saint-Germain.

Since he joined Barcelona, things have not gone to plan for Ousmane Dembele.

Injuries have hampered the France forward's development and he has only shown fleeting glimpse of his talent. His ability to run ragged defences can bring the fans to their feet.

Club president Joan Laporta and head coach Xaxi are hoping that he will stay.

Edinson Cavani

Edinson Cavani
Edinson Cavani scored just two goals last term for Manchester United in an injury-blighted season

The current club is Manchester United.

They are linked with Real Madrid.

Edinson was at Manchester United for a couple of years.

After arriving on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, the 35-year-old scored 17 goals in his first season.

A seemingly endless list of injuries caused him to struggle last season. His personality and experience can be used as a selling point for potential partners.

Fernandinho

Fernandinho (with the trophy)
Fernandinho joined Manchester City from Shakhtar Donetsk for £34m in 2013

The current club is Manchester City.

There are also linked with: Flamengo and Athletico Paranaense.

He helped Manchester City win their fourth title in five seasons.

When he leaves City, the Brazil international wants to return to his homeland.

Luis Suarez

Luis Suarez
Luis Suarez has averaged a goal less than every two games over his career

There is a current club in this area.

It's linked with: Inter Miami.

Luis Suarez is 35 years old and will be leaving the Wanda Metropolitano at the end of the season.

Although he isn't as dynamic as he was in his younger years, his movement around goal and intelligence could make him a short-term offer.

Isco

Isco
Isco had become a peripheral figure under manager Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid

The current club is Real Madrid.

It's linked with: Sevilla.

Isco is a five-time winner of the European competition and a three-time winner of the Spanish title.

He lost his place in the Spain squad after falling out of favor at Madrid, but the 30-year-old is still in his prime.

Angel di Maria

Angel di Maria
Angel di Maria was given an emotional send-off in his final game for Paris St-Germain

The current club is Paris Saint-Germain.

There is a link with Barcelona.

Angel di Maria received a standing ovation from the crowd at the end of his final game for Paris Saint-Germain, after he scored in the fifth and final game of his career.

He scored 93 goals in 295 appearances for Paris Saint-Germain and won five league titles and nine domestic cups.

The winger's signature is thought to be in the balance between the two Spanish teams.

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