Age 21
Price £44m
The Argentinian is much in demand after a superb season in Serie A. According to the Palermo president, Maurizio Zamparini, Chelsea have already had an offer knocked back – 'If someone wants to buy Pastore, the price is £44m.'
Who might be after him: Chelsea, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Inter Photograph: Andreas Solaro/AFP/Getty Images
Age 24
Price £50m
Barcelona's interest in Arsène Wenger's captain is no secret and they tried to sign him last summer, but were eventually unwilling to meet the midfielder's asking price.
Who might be after him: Barcelona Photograph: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images
Age 19
Price £30m
The latest big talent to emerge in South America, the young striker wowed English crowds in March with a virtuoso display in Brazil's 2-0 friendly win over Scotland at the Emirates Stadium. Chelsea and Real Madrid are known to be strong admirers of Neymar.
Who might be after him: Chelsea, Real Madrid
Photograph: Paulo Whitaker/Reuters
Age 25
Price £26m
The Colombian striker helped fire Porto to the treble last season and his prolific goalscoring record saw him hit the net a record 17 times in the Europa League. The 25-year-old forward is rumoured to be wanted by both Arsenal and Tottenham, with a bid in the region of £26m on the horizon.
Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Tottenham Photograph: Joern Pollex/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 26
Price £40m
Although Manchester City won the FA Cup and qualified for the Champions League last season, doubts remain over the future of their best player. Tevez has had a frosty relationship with his manager, Roberto Mancini, at times and wishes to be closer to his family in Argentina. A move to Italy or Spain could be on the cards.
Who might be after him: Inter, Real Madrid Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 20
Price £20m
The Belgian won the Ligue 1 Player of the Year award as he helped his club win the title for the first time in 57 years. Recent reports have suggested he may be willing to stay in northern France, but after some sublime performances this season coupled with 12 goals in all competitions, Europe's elite will be loitering with intent.
Who might be after him: Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham, Manchester United, Milan, Inter, Barcelona Photograph: Reuters
Age 18
Price £15m
Manchester United are keen to improve their creative options in midfield and the young German, who starred for Borussia Dortmund as they won the Bundesliga last season, may be the perfect fit given the club's policy on bringing in players for the future rather than established names.
Who might be after him: Manchester United Photograph: Lars Baron/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 22
Price £15m
Nicknamed 'the German Messi', Marin is believed to be attracting interest from the Premier League, particularly from Arsenal and Manchester United. Mesut Ozil left Werder Bremen last summer; Marin could be the next out of the door.
Who might be after him: Arsenal, Manchester United Photograph: Scott Heavey/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 33
Price £10m
Given that he is the wrong side of 30 and Chelsea appear intent on making Fernando Torres the focal point of their attack next season, the Ivorian's time at Stamford Bridge could be up. Harry Redknapp is said to be interested.
Who might be after him: Tottenham, Galatasary, Real Madrid Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 26
Price £30m
Sir Alex Ferguson is a long-time admirer of Sneijder and will be hoping Inter's star playmaker can replace the void left by Paul Scholes. The 26-year-old Dutch international was an inspirational figure when Inter won the quadruple, including the Champions League in the 2009-10 season and also helped Holland reach the 2010 World Cup final.
Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Manchester United Photograph: Giampiero Sposito /Reuters
Age 29
Price £50m
Kaká has endured a frustrating season at the Bernabéu after signing from Milan for £56m in 2009. He has found himself behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Mesut Ozil in the pecking order under José Mourinho after an injury-hit season. The Brazilian has said he wants to stay with Real, despite continued interest from Milan, Manchester City and Chelsea.
Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Manchester City, Milan Photograph: Helios de la Rubia/Real Madrid via Getty Images
Age 25
Price £20m
While Gervinho and Eden Hazard have taken many of the plaudits at Lille this season, the Senegalese striker has sprung to the top of several summer shopping lists after topping the scoring charts in Ligue 1 with 25 goals.
Who might be after him: Arsenal, Manchester City Photograph: Bob Edme/AP
Age 23
Price £26m
The attack-minded full-back has 12 caps for Portugal and looked promising in Benfica's run to the Europa League semi-finals. Club president Luis Filipe Vieira has warned potential suitors that Coentrão will not leave for anything less than £26m.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Liverpool, Milan, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Chelsea • Coentrão has joined Real Madrid Photograph: Paulo Duarte/AP
Age 20
Price £15m
Sir Alex Ferguson has reportedly been a long-term admirer but David Moyes will not let the youngster go without a fight.
Who might be after him: Manchester United, Manchester City Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
Age 24
Price £25m
The 24-year-old was Villarreal's top scorer in La Liga last season and was reportedly a target for Tottenham in January's transfer window. But the Champions League quarter-finalists may struggle to land the former Manchester United striker now that he has been strongly linked with a move to Barcelona, who may offer Bojan Krkic in return.
Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Tottenham Photograph: Angel Martinez/Getty Images
Age 27
Price £15m
The Brazil full-back has spent the past five years in Ligue 1 and could be persuaded to head to pastures new. Italy and Juventus seem the likeliest destination, but Arsenal and Liverpool have both been linked with a move.
Who might be after him: Juventus, Arsenal, Liverpool Photograph: Nicolas Tucat/AFP/Getty Images
Age 23
Price £22m
French international Benzema joined Real Madrid in 2009 after the club paid Lyon in the region of £35m for him. At the time Manchester United had also shown a keen interest in bringing the striker to Old Trafford, although Benzema ultimately chose to move to the Spanish capital. He has been in good form for Real under José Mourinho, although he was left frustrated at being left out of the starting line-up in the Champions League semi-final against Barcelona.
Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Manchester United Photograph: Alberto Martin/EPA
Age 23
Price £26m
Napoli midfielder Hamsik has attracted a lot of attention since helping his side earn a Champions League spot for finishing third in Serie A. The Slovakian playmaker, who is the captain of his national side, is reportedly a transfer target for Milan and Manchester United.
Who might be interested in him: Manchester United, Milan Photograph: Carlo Hermann/AFP/Getty Images
Age 28
Price £40m
Bayern Munich's talisman endured a difficult season in Germany, which culminated in a trophyless year for the 2010 Champions League finalists. The former Marseille star may look for a fresh challenge this summer, with Juventus eyeing up the France international. However, his contract at Bayern is not due to expire until 2015.
Who might be interested in him: Juventus Photograph: Thorsten Wagner/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 23
Price £10m
After helping Lille win the French title this season, Gervinho has attracted attention from a host of Premier League clubs. Tottenham appear favourites, but Everton, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester City are also believed to be keen on the £10m-rated hitman.
Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City • Gervinho has joined Arsenal Photograph: Philippe Huguen/AFP/Getty Images
Age 27
Price £14m
The 27-year-old Togolese international has spent the past season on loan at Real Madrid. Although he is due to return to Manchester City over the summer might José Mourinho look to make the move permanent?
Who might be interested in him: Real Madrid Photograph: Angel Martinez/Real Madrid via Getty Images
Age 29
Price £20m
After a joyless spell at Barcelona, the Swede spent last season on loan at Milan, where he helped Massimiliano Allegri's side win their first Serie A title since 2003. He is certain to leave Camp Nou for good this summer, although Milan will face competition for his signature from Manchester City and Real Madrid, who are both managed by two of his former managers, Roberto Mancini and José Mourinho respectively.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Milan, Real Madrid • Ibrahimovic has joined Milan Photograph: Liu Jin/AFP/Getty Images
Age 27
Price £12m
Strong, powerful and commanding centre-half with great positional awareness. His physique also poses problems at the other end of the field. Recently quoted as saying: 'I am at an age now where I want to try to do something. You only have one career and it would be a shame to not make the best of it.'
Who might be after him: Arsenal Photograph: Lee Smith/Action Images
Age 18
Price £10m
French Under-21 international Varane (above left) has reportedly caught the eye of Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who has been impressed with the 18-year-old's performances this season. A deal in the region of £10m should be enough to lure the young defender to Old Trafford, with the French club looking for cash to rebuild their squad after suffering relegation from Ligue 1.
Who might be interested in him: Manchester United • Varane has joined Real Madrid Photograph: Denis Charlet/AFP/Getty Images
Age 21
Price £13m
Young Brazilian forward Damiao has apparently caught the eye of La Liga champions Barcelona after some impressive performances for club side Internacional. The prolific striker has also been identified as a target for Benfica, Juventus and Tottenham in the past few months.
Who might be interested in him: Benfica, Juventus, Tottenham, Barcelona Photograph: Antonio Scorza/AFP/Getty Images
Age 23
Price £12m
Argentinian playmaker Alvarez, above right, is attracting a lot of interest from clubs across Europe, with Arsenal and Roma both said to be considering an offer. Vélez Sársfield's star man has been deployed both in midfield and as a second striker in the Argentinian league.
Who might be interested in him: Arsenal, Roma Photograph: Norberto Duarte/AFP/Getty Images
Age 21
Price £40m
PFA player of the year Bale has turned a lot of heads after some sensational performances for Spurs this season. Harry Redknapp will be determined to hold on to the Welsh international but if an attractive offer comes in over the summer he may have to consider it. Manchester City, Barcelona, Manchester United, Inter and Milan have all been linked with Bale in the past few months.
Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Inter, Manchester City, Manchester United, Milan Real Madrid Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 24
Price £40m
The Uruguayan's goals came close to taking Napoli to a stunning Serie A title. There was wild talk of an £85m bid from Manchester City in the January transfer window, but Europe's big boys are certainly sniffing around after the striker's 26 goals in 35 games
Who might be after him: Manchester City Photograph: Alberto Saiz/AP
Age 25
Price £40m
Inspirational at the heart of Spurs' midfield this year, Modric is also said to be on the shopping list of Manchester City, Barcelona and Manchester United.
Who might be interested in him: Barcelona, Manchester City, Manchester United Photograph: John Sibley/Action Images
Age 25
Price £7m
Adam's quality for the Seasiders has been clear for all to see this term. The set-piece specialist came close to a move in January and is certain to leave Bloomfield Road this summer
Who might be after him: Liverpool, Manchester United • Adam has joined Liverpool Photograph: Anna Gowthorpe/PA
Age 18
Price £15m
Numerous clubs are said to be interested in Ipswich's teenage wonderkid, who has had an impressive past season in the Championship. Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham, Chelsea and Juventus are all monitoring the young forward.
Who might be interested in him: Chelsea, Juventus, Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham • Wickham has joined Sunderland Photograph: Jamie McDonald/Getty Images
Age 24
Price £10m
N'Zogbia scored 10 goals for Wigan last year, including two in their crucial game with West Ham on the penultimate weekend. Was the subject of a deadline day bid by former club Newcastle in January.
Who might be after him: Newcastle, Sunderland, Liverpool, Stoke, Aston Villa Photograph: Michael Regan/Getty Images
Age 22
Price £35m
The Chilean struck 12 goals in Serie A this season, including four goals in a 7-0 demolition of Palermo. Impressed for his country in their march to the last 16 of the World Cup in South Africa last summer. One of the top targets.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, Barcelona, Milan, Inter Photograph: Franco Debernardi/AP
Age 22
Price £35m
Scored 23 goals in La Liga this season. His pace and trickery will make him one of the hottest properties in Europe this summer.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter, Juventus Photograph: Pierre-philippe Marcou/AFP/Getty Images
Age 24
Price £12m
Believed to want to test himself in La Liga, the Frenchmen may yet well end up in the Premier League next season. Scored 19 times in Ligue 1 this term as his side finished seventh. His main attribute is his electric pace.
Who might be after him: Arsenal, Tottenham, Newcastle, Valencia, Sevilla Photograph: Stephane Mahe/Reuters
Age: 30
Price £15m
The striker has been something of an enigma during his three seasons at Old Trafford, sometimes imperious, but often infuriating. Although he was United's top scorer last season, he was not even given a place on the bench for the 3-1 defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League final, a snub that could prove the final straw for the Bulgarian.
Who might be after him: Bayern Munich, Tottenham Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 30
Price £8m
The Football Writers' Player of the Year looks destined to leave West Ham after relegation. His passion, commitment and slick passing skills are sure to attract plenty of clubs in the top flight.
Who might be after him: Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool Photograph: Nick Potts/PA
Age 22
Price £15m
The Japan international only has half a season in European football behind him, having broken a foot midway through the Bundesliga campaign, but he certainly made an impression, scoring twice in the Revierderby against Schalke. Dortmund are preparing to offer him a new contract to keep the suitors at bay.
Who might be after him: Milan, Manchester United Photograph: Martin Rose/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 25
Price £10m
The full-back is stalling on contract negotiations but Newcastle would still want to make some profit on the £6.5m they paid Villareal in 2007. The Spaniard is as positive going forward as he is solid defensively and has impressed in the Magpies' return to the top flight.
Who might be after him: Liverpool, Lyon Photograph: Stu Forster/Getty Images
Age 23
Price £28m
Nasri has been a hit at the Emirates since joining from Marseille in 2008, but the 23-year-old is out of contract at the end of next season and both Manchester United and Manchester City are reportedly looking to make a summer swoop for the French international. With clubs in Italy also interested, there is a chance Arsenal may let him go for the right price.
Who might be interested in him: Manchester City, Manchester United Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 18
Price £20m
Scored 31 goals in 61 matches since breaking through into Anderlecht's first team as a 16-year-old. He is being closely tracked by Premier League clubs due to his physique.
Who might be after him: Chelsea, Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, Real Madrid, Milan Photograph: Michael Kooren/Reuters
Age 23
Price £15m
An attacking full-back, Van de Wiel is another impressive product of the Ajax academy. Helped the Amsterdam side lift their first Eredivisie title since 2004.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, Bayern Munich Photograph: Stewart Kendall/Sportsphoto Ltd/Allstar
Age 23
Price £15m
Song is a rumoured transfer target for Inter after impressing at the base of the Arsenal midfield.
Who might be interested in him: Inter Photograph: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian
Age 24
Price £17m
Has reportedly fallen out with the management at the Imtech Arena. A pacey winger whose reputation has grown since his move to the Bundesliga.
Who might be after him: Liverpool, Milan, Inter, Juventus Photograph: Stuart Franklin/Bongarts/Getty Images
Age 23
Price £25m
Valencia's money worries means they may be forced to cash in on their prize asset if the right offer comes along. Mata's release clause is rumoured to be around €60m, but the club could certainly be persuaded to sell for less.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool Photograph: Manuel Queimadelos Alonso/Getty Images
Age 25
Price £20m
Seen by some as the future of England's central defence. Developed hugely since moving to the Reebok Stadium three years ago. The strongest interest is believed to be coming from Eastlands.
Who might be after him: Manchester City, Arsenal Photograph: Lindsey Parnaby/EPA
Age 21
Price £30m
Pato has been at Milan since 2007 and may decide he needs a change of scenery after winning his first Serie A title. Chelsea are looking to rejuvenate their squad and have tried to sign the Brazilian striker before.
Who might be after him: Chelsea Photograph: Alessandro Garofalo/Reuters
Age 23
Price £30m
Now a regular in the Spain squad, the 6ft 5in striker has been prolific for club and country. Heavily linked with a move to Real Madrid, though Bilbao, understandably, don't want to let him go.
Who might be after him: Liverpool, Tottenham, Real Madrid Photograph: Miguel Tona/EPA
Price £15m
Young managed to grab 10 goals this season in a campaign that saw Villa close to being dragged into the relegation mire. The lure of European football could tempt him away from Villa Park.
Who might be after him: Liverpool, Manchester United • Young has joined Man Utd Photograph: Simon Dawson/AP
Age 25
Price £15m
Born in Buenos Aires but with an Italian passport, Osvaldo has been one of the revelations of the Spanish season. Fast, aggressive, strong and a very good finisher.
Who might be after him: Fulham, Tottenham Photograph: Jose Jordan/AFP/Getty Images
