The World Cup is over, but the transfer market is heating up as players return to their clubs. With over a thousand players at the tournament, it's harder than ever to avoid the influence of the World Cup on the transfer market. Here's a look at one potential target for each Premier League club, whether they played a big part at the World Cup or not.
Arsenal: Bruno Guimaraes
The Gunners are reportedly targeting Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, who had a disappointing World Cup with Brazil. Guimaraes is a serious target for Arsenal, who are hoping to add his steel and drive to their midfield. However, he won't come cheap, and it remains to be seen if he'll face similar disappointment as he tries to leave Newcastle.
Aston Villa: Pervis Estupinan
With Lucas Digne's departure to PSG, Villa need more depth at left-back. They've been looking at Ecuador's Pervis Estupinan, who AC Milan might let go just a year after signing him from Brighton. Estupinan's World Cup performance could be a factor in his potential move to Villa.
Bournemouth: Jhon Lucumi
Bournemouth are set to sign Antonio Silva as a new centre-back, but the new man is a right-footer, and the old one is a left-footer. That could leave room for another defender, and Colombia's Jhon Lucumi ticks the left-footed box. Lucumi's experience with Bologna could make him a solid addition to the Cherries.
Brentford: Pape Matar Sarr
Brentford have been backed to offer Tottenham midfielder Pape Matar Sarr a cross-London move after his time at the World Cup with Senegal. Sarr has had four seasons with Spurs, and it might be time for a change. Brentford's ambition could suit him well.
Brighton: Azzedine Ounahi
Brighton were reportedly keen on Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi last summer before he joined Girona from Marseille instead. After a disappointing La Liga season for Girona, Ounahi sent a reminder of his qualities with a brace against Canada at the World Cup. The Seagulls could revisit their interest in the 26-year-old.
Chelsea: Maxence Lacroix
Chelsea are crying out for experience at the back, and Maxence Lacroix ticks the boxes. The 26-year-old has two years of grounding in the Premier League with Crystal Palace and can lean upon his prime years ahead of him. Lacroix's World Cup performance with France could be a factor in his potential move to Chelsea.
Coventry City: Patrick Berg
Coventry City are in the mix for Norwegian midfielder Patrick Berg, who played the full game and all of extra time against England at the World Cup. Berg would bring some solidity in midfield, and his potential move to the Sky Blues could be an astute signing.
Crystal Palace: Arthur Theate
If Lacroix is Chelsea-bound, Palace will need a new defender, and Belgium's Arthur Theate could be the solution. Theate, who made three World Cup appearances this summer, is currently playing for Eintracht Frankfurt, and reports in Germany have tipped Palace as potential suitors.
Everton: Djed Spence
Djed Spence became a cult hero for England at the World Cup, but his future with Spurs is still up for debate. Everton is among the clubs tipped to test their resolve for the versatile full-back, and it might be a more suitable level for him unless Liverpool gets there first.
Fulham: Ricardo Pepi
Fulham were close to signing American striker Ricardo Pepi from PSV in January and must now decide whether to revive their interest in the 23-year-old or focus elsewhere for new boss Alvaro Arbeloa. Pepi's World Cup performance could be a factor in his potential move to Fulham.
Hull City: Elliot Stroud
Premier League newcomers Hull have been expecting to sign Sweden left-back Elliot Stroud, but there's been a slight hold-up. They will be hoping for a breakthrough soon, as owner Acun Ilicali might find a player from Turkey's World Cup squad to sign instead.
Ipswich Town: Daizen Maeda
Fresh from promotion, Ipswich have agreed a deal to sign Daizen Maeda from Celtic after his time at the World Cup with Japan. The striker has been decent in Scotland, but it remains to be seen how he'll fare in the Premier League.
Leeds United: Zion Suzuki
Leeds need a new keeper after the exits of Illan Meslier and Karl Darlow. They've been linked with Japan's Zion Suzuki, who plays for Parma at club level. At 23, Suzuki could be a long-term solution in goal for Leeds if they can get a deal done.
Liverpool: Bradley Barcola
Barcola is the dream target for Liverpool as they look for a new winger after Mohamed Salah's exit. He was in and out of the France side at the World Cup but still scored three goals. The price for Barcola will be very high, but he's exactly the right level for Liverpool.
Manchester City: Ayyoub Bouaddi
Ayyoub Bouaddi shone against Brazil in Morocco's opening game at the World Cup, and the midfielder is destined for big things. Manchester City is linked with a substantial bid for his services, and they see Bouaddi as someone ready to fit into their evolving midfield.
Manchester United: Manu Kone
Manu Kone stood out for France after doing the same for Roma over the past couple of years, and it's caught United's attention. They hope he can add ball-winning qualities and energy to their midfield, but he's best when driving his team up the pitch.
Newcastle United: James Trafford
Newcastle were set to sign James Trafford last summer until he opted for a return to Man City instead. After spending the summer on the bench for England, Trafford needs a move to avoid another season on the bench at club level. With Gianluigi Donnarumma in his way of starts for City, there's still time to reconsider.
Nottingham Forest: Lucas Bergvall
Forest seem serious about signing Sweden international Lucas Bergvall as he pushes for a bigger role than he's getting at Tottenham. The 20-year-old midfielder played in all four of Sweden's World Cup games and now wants that kind of responsibility at club level. It might be tough to convince Spurs to give him up so soon.
Sunderland: Folarin Balogun
Folarin Balogun is set to be the subject of a transfer battle between multiple Premier League clubs if he leaves Monaco this summer. The USA striker's options will include Sunderland, who are building a squad that can juggle European football.
Tottenham Hotspur: Andreas Schjelderup
Spurs have been busy early in the transfer window, and their two biggest signings weren't at the World Cup. Attacking reinforcements are next on Tottenham's to-do list, and they've been brought into the conversation for Norway winger Andreas Schjelderup, who plays on the left wing for Benfica. Schjelderup's stock is high after a goal and three assists at the World Cup.
