With the relegation of Burnley, Watford and Norwich formalised on the Premier League’s final day on Sunday, attention will quickly turn to reshaping their squads ahead of next season.
Despite the financial boost of parachute payments for the relegated trio, it is likely to be a busy summer of ins and outs, with the new second-tier sides likely hoping to cut several high earners from the wage bill and raise funds for a promotion push.
Clarets defender James Tarkowski, Hornets forward Emmanuel Dennis and Norwich star Max Aarons are among the biggest names linked with moves to other Premier League sides in this summer’s transfer window.
Tarkowski could spark a transfer tug of war between Everton and Fulham, Dennis is interesting West Ham and Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand urged the Red Devils to sign Aarons – and they may not be the only stars on the move.
So, Sportsmail looks at the stars who could get poached by the big boys this summer.
Burnley defender James Tarkowski looks likely to get a Premier League move this summer
There will likely be plenty of transfers in and out with the new second-tier sides this summer
So, Sportsmail looks at the relegated stars who could get poached by the big boys this summer
Burnley
Nick Pope – Burnley are in a bit of a hole. Nine players out of contract, no manager, plus a potential fire sale with a £65million debt to repay…
And one of the first on the list out the door could be goalkeeper Pope. Having moved down to third choice for England behind Jordan Pickford and Aaron Ramsdale, the 30-year-old will want to be in the Premier League to cement a World Cup spot.
Sam Johnstone was called up for the Three Lions when in the Championship with West Bromwich Albion, but Pope won’t want to take that risk. He could well be in demand, too, after several heroic performances towards the end of the season.
Burnley’s £40m asking price may scare off potential suitors like West Ham and Fulham, the former hoping…