The "expected to move" XI ahead of the 2018/19 season

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Some big names in football would be on a move this summer

Midfielders

Jorginho (Napoli)

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The Italian midfielder's move looks imminent in the coming summer.

Jorginho is a name that might need some introduction at the moment.

The Italian midfielder is a sublime passer of the ball. He possesses the ability to bypass the opposition with his pin-point balls over the top. From the base of midfield, the player has scored four and provided for another four goals this season.

His passing accuracy stands at 89% in 2017/18 while he created 32 chances for his team in 23 Serie A appearances.

The 26-year-old is believed to be high on demands for Jose Mourinho this summer. The player's agent has himself admitted that his client's future is not certain at Napoli.

An offer to play for one of the biggest clubs in the world would not be easy to decline for the player.


Sergej Milinković-Savić (Lazio)

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A bidding war is expected for the player's signatures in the summer

Savic was another name not heard of till the 2017/18 season kicked off. This season has seen the player evolve massively in Italy.

The Serbian is a versatile player capable of being deployed any role in the attacking or defensive midfield. He has 11 goals and six assists for the club in 33 appearances this season so far.

The midfileder has created 36 chances while boasting an average pass length of 17 meters this season. His agent has confirmed the interest of Real Madrid, Manchester United and Liverpool in the player.

Savic, 23, has a long playing career lying ahead of him. He would be a great player to bank on for the big clubs.


Matteo Kovacic (Real Madrid)

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Kovacic could be leaving Bernabeu this summer for regular football

Mateo Kovacic is a name that has been regularly featured among the Real Madrid substitutes. Real had signed Kovacic from Inter Milan in 2015. The 23-year-old is seen as one of the most talented midfielders in the game.

The Croation is known for his brilliance on the ball. His ability to pick the ball up deep and push the opponent with his sprints is note-worthy. Kovacic has managed just 17 appearances for the Los Blancos this season.

He has a passing accuracy of 94% this season in Spain. His average duel winning rate is impressive at 63% so far.

Reports have linked him with a move away from Spain with Inter Milan and Manchester United claimed to be interested parties.

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