The transfer season is nearly upon us and multiple Americans could have new homes for the 2018-19 season
With the regular season done in most leagues and the summer fast approaching, it’s time to get ready for the most exciting part of the year.
No, we’re not talking about the World Cup, which should be plenty fun as well. Instead, we’re talking the silly season – the summer transfer window.
It is already open in England, and will be opening soon in other countries. The summer will bring rumors of new homes for players across the world, and Americans will be no exception. It will just be smoke for some of those playing abroad, but for others, there will be plenty of fire.
One American who definitely will be playing elsewhere next season is Alfredo Morales, as the former Ingolstadt midfielder will return to the Bundesliga in 2018-19 with newly promoted Fortuna Dusseldorf.
But what other Americans may be joining Morales in changing addresses this summer? Here's a list of some who could well be on the move.
Getty Images1Joe Corona | AmericaRumors of an MLS move last year swirled around Corona, who eventually followed former Mexico manager Miguel Herrera from Tijuana to Club America. Corona was a firm member of the Aguilas rotation, but only started four Liga MX games, while appearing as a substitute 12 times. If he wants to start, Corona will probably have to move elsewhere this summer. Will an MLS team step up for his services or will Corona potentially be on the move in Liga MX once more? AdvertisementJUNG YEON-JE/AFP/Getty Images2Erik Palmer-Brown | Manchester City
When Erik Palmer-Brown signed with Manchester City, nobody expected the youngster to find his way into Pep Guardiola’s plans anytime soon. Palmer-Brown’s first loan after his City deal came with Belgian side KV Kortrijk. It was a mixed bag for him there, as he played in nine games, making six starts for the side.
Ideally, Palmer-Brown can do as his international team-mate Matt Miazga has done on loan and play himself into being an indispensable part of a team’s XI, while making himself worthy for a jump in competition.
Socrates Images3Andrija Novakovich | Reading
Novakovich did exactly what he needed to do on loan from Reading – he scored goals. He bagged 22 in all competitions for Dutch second-division side Telstar, finishing second in the Eerste Divisie with 19. Novakovich proved he can score at will in a relatively weak league, but where will he get a chance to prove himself at next season? Will it be in the Eredivisie or will Reading give the 21-year-old forward a chance to battle it out for a spot in the Championship?
Getty Images4Aron Johannsson | Werder Bremen
Johannsson went from afterthought to impact substitute to injured once more in 2017-18. He’s certainly on the market as Werder Bremen sporting director Frank Baumann confirmed that in an interview with the club’s official website. Johannsson showed he can make an impact in the Bundesliga and displayed the ability to play out wide, so whether he finds a new club this summer will depend on someone believing he can stay healthy enough to perform consistently.