With January around the corner, the established top-six clubs in the Premier League will be looking to bolster their squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Players from Bayern Munich, PSG and the two Spanish giants attract a lot of attention.
However, players already based in the English top flight for less attractive names should be considered top transfer targets. Outstanding performers across the league have helped the likes of Nottingham Forest and AFC Bournemouth.
There is at least one name from each of the 14 clubs outside the top six that needs extra spotlight:
Southampton (20th): Tyler Dibling
There haven't been many positives for the Saintsso far, , but Tyler Dibling's emergence will surely be the main highlight. The young winger has been fearless and has caused problems against high-profile opposition in Manchester United and Liverpool FC.
As things stand the Saints look destined for relegation and will need to raise funds from somewhere to ignite a challenge for instant promotion. Dibling's age ciieme a top six club to develop them which may include a couple of loans before they are ready for the first team.
Leicester City (19th): James Justin
The Versatile full-back has been a solid presence for the struggling Foxes all season. The former Luton man has had tough luck in a blue shirt as injuries had begun to pile up but so far this season, Justin has played in all but one of Leicester's fixtures.
Within all those appearances there was a fantastic brace away at the Emirates against Arsenal. At the age of 26, Justin will be coming into his prime years and would suit someone of Newcastle's nature as they have nurtured quality English full-backs.
Ipswich Town (18th): Leif Davis
Another full back, however a bit of an unknown quantity in Leif Davis. The former Leeds United academy product has been a threat going forward with two assists and a thunderous volley against Leicester City to show for his efforts.
This follows a blistering campaign in the Championship where the 25-year-old recorded 18 assists which was the most in the division. Therefore there is an attacking left-back available if the Tractor Boys face relegation.
Wolverhampton Wanderers (17th): Matheus Cunha
Wolves have lost many key attacking players throughout their time in the Premier League with the likes of Diogo Jota, Ruben Neves and Pedro Neto all moving on. Matheus Cunha looks the next in this list as the Brazilian has been the heartbeat of his side with ten goals and four assists.
With the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United looking for the centre forward, Cunha should be top of that list. The fact he has delivered with limited resources in a struggling Wolves side means he is ready to shine at a top European club.
Everton (16th): Jarrad Branthwaite
This comes as no surprise as within the second oldest squad in the Premier League (average age 27.9) Jarrad Branthwaite is one of England's best young centre-backs. Without the 22-year-old, Everton looked a mess at the back but since his return, they have collected draws against Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City.
Manchester United had reportedly shown interest in the summer and with ageing CBs amongst a lot of Europe's elite, Branthwaite should be one of the first names linked with a move.
Crystal Palace (15th): Eberechi Eze
Out of all the summer transfers, it was shocking that Eberechi Eze wasn't amid even a bid from one of the big clubs in the Premier League. Even Crystal Palace's chairman Steve Parish was shocked there was no interest in the former Queens Park Rangers man.
Eze has once again been at the heart of everything good about the Eagles going forward. With five goal contributions within 16 appearances, the 26-year-old is on track for double figures in goals and assists which will gather a lot of speculation for the rest of January.
West Ham (14th): Mohammed Kudus
The Hammers have a side glittering with quality in attacking areas, but Mohammed Kudus is the jewel in their crown. The Ghanaian international was a relevation with 14 goal contributions (eight goals, six assists).
Even in a season when the Hammers have struggled, Kudus has been the shining light in a lot of their performances. At 24-years-old, West Ham may be thinking that now is the perfect time to sell for the most profit they will get from their prized asset.
Brentford (11th): Byran Mbeumo
With Brentford being so clinical in front of goal it was always going to be one of their forward stars that would be picked. Byran Mbeumo's performances this season has eased any worries of a post Ivan Toney scoring problem.
The 13 goals Brentford's main man has contributed has already attracted interest from top sides such as Arsenal. There are not many consistent goal-scoring wingers but Mbeumo will surely be on the move soon.
Brighton (10th): Carlos Baleba
Brighton are the go-to club for developing young talent and selling on for profit. Just look at the likes of Alexis Mac Allister, Moise Caicedo and Marc Cucurella being brought in for peanuts and sold on for record transfer fees.
Carlos Baleba looks the next in line so seems to have a blend of the best attributes from Mac Allister and Caicedo in one player. This kind of player will demand a big transfer fee and at the age of 21 there is so much to come.
Fulham (9th): Antonee Robinson
One of the most in form left backs had to be Fulham's pick as Antonee Robinson has been sensational so far this season. With seven assists, the American has been the defintion of a flying full back for the Cottagers.
In particular a outstanding performance at Anfield with two assists would of caught Liverpool FC's eye as they will be in the market for a left back. Other sides will be keeping an eye on the 27-year-old as he heads into his prime years.
Aston Villa (8th): Jhon Duran
Arguably the biggest impacter from the bench will be attracting interest from elsewhere. The Colombian has so far seven Premier League goals with four of them scored as a subsitute.
The 21-year-old has admirers from Paris-Saint Germain and will have more clubs fighting over his signature as he develops into a top centre forward. Duran has been starting more for Villa, even being picked over the usually reliable Ollie Watkin, meaning it will take a mega bid to prize him away from Villa Park.
AFC Bournemouth (7th): Milos Kerkez
Bournemouth have been an attacking breath of fresh air in the Primier League with shock results against Manchester City and Arsenal down to their attacking play. A big reason for this is their threat in wide areas which Milos Kerkez has helped with four goal contributions (one goal and three assists).
The Hungarian has been sensational bombing up and down the left hand side and linking up with Antoine Semenyo who himself has had a excellent season so far. Kerkez looks destined to play for a side higher up in the Premier League due to his intense nature when on the pitch.
Newcastle United (5th): Alexander Isak
If you need a name for the most in form striker in the league then it is without doubt Alexander Isak. The Swedish international has been in sensational form scoring in eight consecutive games in all competitions.
Ironcially Newcastle's centre forward showed Arsenal what they were missing when he made the difference in the League Cup semi final between both sides. The Toon Army will not want to lose their prized asset but PRS may force them into a sell albeit at a high prize.
Nottingham Forest (3rd): Murillo
What a season Nottingham Forest are having as the Tricky Trees are battling in the Champions League spots. One of the big reasons has been their steady defense which is on the back of five straight clean sheets.
Murillo has been their pillar at the back as he has taken his form at the end of last season into this season. The Brazilian has so much potential at 22-year-old and has all the attribtues on and off the ball to play at the top level.
