5 football superstars making the most headlines this summer

The current rumors that continue to float throughout the footballing world have managed to steal the attention of legions of football fans who are yearning for the start of the new season.

Deadline day is close, and many renowned clubs are still looking to sign some fantastic players before they head into the new season. Players who have successfully made their transitions are a constant hit, with many fans anticipating how they fit in their new squads.

Teams like Manchester City, PSG, Liverpool, and Barcelona will head into the upcoming season as unstoppable forces.

A lot of focus is on players who are still unsure of their immediate futures. With players missing training amid transfer speculations, and new arrivals in the spotlight, the football world is still buzzing with new headlines every day.

Let's dive deep into the world of football, and find out 5 football superstars making the most headlines this summer.

#5 Thibaut Courtois

The Belgian Goalkeeper is not interested in playing for Chelsea anymore

After delivering a stupendous performance for Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2018, Thibaut Courtois has received noteworthy accolades.

A player of his caliber, and in form, attracts the attention of many recognized clubs. Having played for Chelsea and Atletico Madrid in the last seven years, Belgium's number one is looking to make a giant leap towards his next journey.

Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard were the most valuable players coming out of the World Cup, and have been on Real Madrid's radar ever since then.

With rumors suggesting that Eden Hazard won't leave Chelsea this summer, Courtois is going all the way to get his own deal done. The 26-year-old superstar is not interested in playing for the London side anymore, and has apparently missed training intentionally amid transfer speculations.

If intentionally missing out on training for two days straight is anything to take into account, then it seems likely that the Belgian could be a Real Madrid goalkeeper by the end of this transfer window.

#4 Luka Modric

Another footballer who is making headlines all over Spain and Italy is the Croatian sensation who made an entire nation dream by taking Croatia to the World Cup final.

The rumor mill is constantly swirling with reports speculating that Luka Modric is seriously considering leaving Real Madrid, with Inter Milan likely to seal the deal with the World Cup finalist.

Cristiano Ronaldo's exit has hampered Madrid, and Modric's departure will only act as a final nail in the coffin. While Florentino Perez has vehemently denied the rumors, and has set a whopping release clause of €750 million, the Croatian is seemingly considering a move to Italy.

With Mateo Kovacic also uninterested in representing Madrid anymore, their departures would certainly dismantle Madrid's depth in midfield. Since the transfer window is scheduled to close soon, Luka Modric's exit would definitely be a shocker. Only time will tell.

#3 Nabil Fekir

Liverpool's top-target could be closing in on Chelsea

Liverpool fans have been yearning for the club to make a move for Nabil Fekir, and while that may still be the case, Chelsea surprisingly has emerged as favorites to sign the World Cup winner.

After the deal with Liverpool fell through due to a medical issue, many reliable publications suggested that Fekir would most probably remain a Lyon player. In what could be the most perplexing transfer saga of the summer, nobody in England knows where the French attacker would eventually land.

Considering how influential he was for Lyon in the previous season, his abilities and his command over his craft makes him an ideal choice for both clubs.

The transfer market closes on Thursday for English clubs, and with no formal bids placed for the French man, there is still slight a possibility he could be a Liverpool or Chelsea player this summer.

#2 Cristiano Ronaldo

This is a player who has made an extraordinary transition from Spain to Italy, and has legions of fans yearning to see how he performs in the upcoming season.

Cristiano Ronaldo is perhaps the best footballer in the world today, besides Lionel Messi. The Portuguese forward shocked the world when he joined Juventus this summer.

Having won five Champions League titles, Ronaldo is looking forward to his new journey, and already seems to have adapted to Juventus' style of play.

With football critics and fans from all over the world keeping their eyes peeled on the former Real Madrid superstar, Ronaldo will enter Serie A and European competition for Juventus with a chip on his shoulder.

The man has been making waves in Italy, with his merchandise being sold at an astonishing rate. His arrival in Italy has made headlines and could legitimately change the landscape of football there.

#1 Paul Pogba

After delivering a monumental performance in the World Cup campaign for France, Paul Pogba will be returning for participation in club competition.

However, there's a major twist to the story that could be troubling for Manchester United fans. The French sensation's future with Manchester United seems unsettled with Pogba reportedly unhappy working under Jose Mourinho.

Barcelona are favorites to sign the World Cup winner, and while United has reportedly rejected an offer from the Spanish side, Pogba's future remains uncertain.

Considering how transfer rumors eventually conclude, it seems this will go down the wire. With Manchester United fans concerned with the progress of their team, Pogba's exit would certainly be a major disappointment.

Having been on the headlines this summer due to his strong performances at the World Cup, and his unsettled future, Pogba will head into the new season with a chip on his shoulder.

Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.