The World Cup stars now heading for major transfers this summer
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Loading...Bleacher Report – NEW YORK, The greatest show on earth has come to an end, but as we move on from the 2018 FIFA World Cup, it is time to consider the impact made by some of the standout players.
For some of the talent in Russia, it was a chance to showcase their ability to a global audience and elevate their own standing in the game.
And with transfers about to kick on ahead of new domestic campaigns, deals will soon start clicking into place.
Here, we run down some of the names who could be on the move in the coming weeks following their impressive displays at the tournament.
Alireza Jahanbakhsh
He shone as the creative link for Iran, and it is no surprise that a move to the Premier League could now be his reward.
Alireza Jahanbakhsh is considered to be his country’s shining light, replacing Sardar Azmoun as a fans’ favourite and the man with the most potential to become a name recognised across the world.
Leicester City have been looking into a move to sign him.
The club have just lost Riyad Mahrez to Manchester City and want a replacement who is full of drive as well as flicks and tricks.
Sources believe the Foxes are willing to reinvest around £20 milllion of the Mahrez cash in the 24-year-old, who also made huge strides with AZ Alkmaar last season.
Milad Mohammadi
Milad Mohammadi will be remembered most for his acrobatic throw-in attempt in the final seconds of Iran’s match against Spain.
With the game into injury time and the scoreline at 1-0, Iran had a chance to force a late equaliser—but his bizarre flip-and-throw failed.
Nevertheless, the 24-year-old full-back enjoyed an impressive tournament, and Scottish clubs Celtic and Glasgow Rangers are both being linked with a move to sign him.
Rangers, coached by Steven Gerrard, were first to inquire over the Akhmat Grozny player and discovered he could be purchased for around £2 million.
But now Scottish Premiership champions Celtic are ready to challenge for his signature too as they are fond of his versatility.
