Andre of Fluminense and the Brazil national team is on our list of South American players who will be on the move this summer. MAURO PIMENTEL/AFP via Getty ImagesThe biggest summer transfer window deal involving a South American player may well have exploded. Lucas Paquetá, West Ham's Brazilian playmaker, might have joined Manchester City a year ago had his name not been involved in a betting scandal. By now, the player surely hoped that the issue would have gone away. Instead, he is being formally charged by the English FA, and though it might be a while before any definitive decision is come to, Paqueta will surely be seen as too hot to handle by potential suitors.
But there are plenty of other South Americans likely to be on the move -- including some who are already in Europe. Here is a quick list..
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Murillo, 21, CB, Nottingham Forest / Brazil
If Forest need to raise funds from player exits in order to stay within financial rules, then they will do so with this centre-back whose debut campaign was such a success that he was voted as player of the season. He joined from Corinthians with little more than 20 first team games behind him. The key question was whether he could adapt to a higher defensive line. He did so in triumph, and is a strong defender with a fine left foot who enjoys bringing the ball out from the back. Very unlucky not to have made the Brazil squad for the Copa America.
Ãderson, 24, CM, Atalanta / Brazil
Tough and versatile central midfielder who was flying under the radar until winning a late call up to the Copa America and coming up with a magnificent performance in the Europa League final. High energy, physical strength and brings quality on the ball along with his lung power.
Gabriel Sara, 24, CM, Norwich City / Brazil
Strong left-footed central midfielder who was always seen in Brazil as a player fit for the Premier League. Joined Norwich two years ago with the dream of taking them out of the Championship -- and if it hasn't happened, then that is not his fault. Has shown enough in all phases of play to warrant a bigger stage, and is of interest to teams in both the Premier League and in Italy.
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