England and France have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup, leaving both squads to compete in the newly rebranded FIFA Bronze match before heading home. For many players, the summer transfer window may bring significant club moves. Daily Star Sport highlights 12 players who could be swapping teams soon.
England Players on the Move
James Trafford returned to Manchester City last summer hoping to become the club's No. 1 goalkeeper, but the signing of Gianluigi Donnarumma relegated him to the bench. Reports indicate City could sell Trafford for £40 million, with Leeds United and Newcastle United expressing interest.
John Stones has already left City after his contract expired at the end of last month. The defender has been linked with Inter Milan and a potential return to Everton.
Elliot Anderson is heading to the Etihad Stadium after Nottingham Forest agreed to sell him for £116 million. City confirmed in a statement that "the formalities of the move will be finalised upon his return to England."
Manchester United are attempting to offload Marcus Rashford, but the club suffered a setback on Wednesday when Barcelona reportedly closed the door on a transfer.
Morgan Rogers impressed during England's match against Argentina, sparking interest from Arsenal. However, reports suggest the Gunners would need to break the £100 million barrier to secure his services.
Ivan Toney, currently playing in the Saudi Pro League, has been linked with a Premier League return for several transfer windows. Further speculation is expected this summer.
France Stars Eyeing New Clubs
Lucas Digne appears set to join Paris Saint-Germain after the club reportedly activated a release clause in his contract worth over £8.5 million.
Ibrahima Konaté left Liverpool when his contract expired last month. He has joined Real Madrid on a free transfer and will link up with former Reds teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold in Spain.
Aurélien Tchouaméni is the biggest name potentially on the move from the French squad. Despite a recent contract extension, Manchester United have not given up hope of signing him, according to a report from The Athletic.
Jean-Philippe Mateta seemed destined to leave Crystal Palace in January, but the Eagles have offered him a new deal to prevent him from departing on a free transfer next summer. Juventus are reportedly interested in the striker.
Bayern Munich have been urged to sign Warren Zaïre-Emery, valued at £67 million, by former France and Bayern star Willy Sagnol. "If he sits on the bench too often in Paris, he might want to leave the club," Sagnol said. "However, he would be very expensive!"
Maghnes Akliouche is set to become the latest player to swap Monaco for PSG. French media report that he has agreed personal terms with the Parisian club earlier this summer.
