David de Gea – Manchester United
With Iker Casillas’ career at Real coming to an end, and his performances unconvincing, the La Liga giants have reportedly earmarked the Red Devils’ stopper as they man they want to replace the Spaniard at the Santiago Bernabeu.
According to the Express, de Gea is undecided on whether to sign a new contract at Old Trafford or make the transfer to Madrid – where his long-term partner Edurne Garcia also lives.
We believe the lure of walking out as Real’s no.1 at the Santiago Bernabeu could be an opportunity too great for the 24-year-old to turn down, and we reckon his refusal to sign a new Man United deal could hint that his mind is already made up.
Where he’ll play next season: Real Madrid
Mats Hummels – Borussia Dortmund
Louis van Gaal, according to quotes in the Daily Mail, ‘was crazy about’ bringing the German to Old Trafford last season in his first summer in charge of the Red Devils.
The confirmed exit of Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp is expected to see a number of top players exit the Westfalenstadion, and we firmly expect Hummels to be one of those to leave.
Louis van Gaal is likely to be more serious about landing the centre-back in the summer, and with United’s defensive worries, would be guaranteed playing time.
Where he’ll play next season: Manchester United
