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Toni Kroos, Dimitri Payet, Alvaro Morata, Michy Batshuayi: Top Euro 2016 transfer targets

Paul Pogba è sempre più nel mirino del Real Madrid (Getty)

With Euro 2016 entering the quarter-final stages we take a look at the stars who have cemented reputations and established new ones as the transfer window starts to move up a gear.

Who's boosted their stock in France? We've picked 10 players whose performances will make them ones to watch in the summer market...

Dimitri Payet (West Ham)

 Dimitri Payet of France celebrates after he scored his side's second goal against Albania
Image: Dimitri Payet celebrates after scoring for France against Albania

On current form, could Payet be the best player in the world? His two stunning strikes in the opening group matches for France showcased the talents that Premier League fans have witnessed all season.

He has attempted 189 passes - the second most in the whole French squad - and is seen as key player in the host's quest to win Euro 2016.

West Ham are in no position to sell but if a big money offer comes in from Chelsea or PSG they may not be able to refuse.

Toni Kroos (Real Madrid)

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Toni Kroos of Germany during the UEFA EURO 2016 Group C match between Northern Ireland and Germany
Image: Toni Kroos of Germany

The German midfielder has been in typically impressive form throughout the tournament so far and has controlled every game he has played in.

The 26-year-old has attempted (449) and completed (417) more passes than anyone else in the competition - all he needs is a goal or two to cap off an excellent European Championship.

In Germany's 1-0 win over Northern Ireland, Kroos completed more passes (121) than Michael O'Neill's entire team. Kroos was only six short of Xavi Hernandez's European Championship record for a single game.

New Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is a confirmed fan and reports of a £37m bid have been floating around.

Radja Nainggolan (Roma)

Radja Nainggolan fires home the only goal of the game
Image: Belgium's Radja Nainggolan fires home the only goal of the game against Sweden

The Belgian midfieldder has been linked with a move to Chelsea all summer but the Italian side are reluctant to let him go and it is no surprise after his displays in France.

According to reports in Italy, Chelsea will be able to complete the deal once he has helped Roma qualify for the Champions League proper in August.

He may be a defensive midfielder by trade but his goals against Sweden in the group stages and Hungary in the last 16 show he has composure on the ball, as does his 88 per cent pass completion rate.

Paul Pogba (Juventus)

France's Paul Pogba attempts a shot at goal against Switzerland
Image: France's Paul Pogba attempts a shot at goal against Switzerland

Arguably the most sought-after player in the world - but only a few clubs could afford him.

Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester's United and City and Bayern Munich are the clubs leading the race for his signature but Juventus do not want to let him go.

He has been strong in the tackle, completed 88 per cent of his passes and had 13 attempts at goal.

Antonio Candreva (Lazio)

Italy winger Antonio Candreva
Image: Italy winger Antonio Candreva

Injury has restricted Candreva's appearances to only two but he has shown enough form to suggest his stay at Lazio could be coming to an end.

New Chelsea manager, and current Italy coach, Antonio Conte is naturally a fan but will face tough competition from Inter Milan for Candreva's autograph.

The 29-year-old works tirelessly up and down the wing and is not afraid to shoot from any angle or distance.

Thomas Vermaelen (Barcelona)

Belgium defender Thomas Vermaelen
Image: Belgium defender Thomas Vermaelen

The former Arsenal defender is out of contract at the Nou Camp and has done his chances of finding a new club no harm whatsoever with some fine defensive performances.

Since the shocking 2-0 defeat to Italy in the opening group game, Vermaelen has played his role in helping Belgium keep three clean sheets in a row.

Belgium will miss Vermaelen in the quarter-final against Wales due to suspension, but the 30-year-old has already done enough to be linked with Roma, according to reports in Italy.

Alvaro Morata (Juventus)

Il futuro di Morata è ancora incerto e sembra lontano dalla Juventus (foto Getty)
Image: Spain's Alvaro Morata

The 23-year-old has not been able to establish himself in the Juve starting XI this season but has been impressive form and is currently tied first for the golden boot with three goals in four games. His performances have attracted interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.

However it is Real Madrid who hold the upper hand as they look set to activate his £23m buy-back clause they inserted into the deal that saw the Spanish striker go to Juventus. 

Juian Draxler (Wolfsburg)

LILLE, FRANCE - JUNE 12:  Julian Draxler of Germany runs with the ball during the UEFA EURO 2016 Group C match between Germany and Ukraine at Stade Pierre-
Image: Germany's Julian Draxler was impressive against Slovakia in the last 16

The German playmaker has one goal and one assist in three games so far to go alongside his 85 per cent pass completion rate.

Manchester United have been heavily linked with the 22-year-old, but if Draxler does become available he will not be short of offers

Any deal will not be concluded until the end of Euro 2016 and with Wolfsburg not needing to sell it could become a pricey piece of business, especially if Bayern enter the race.

Michy Batshuayi (Marseille)

Belgium's Michy Batshuayi celebrates after scoring
Image: Belgium's Michy Batshuayi celebrates after scoring

He may have only played 14 minutes of tournament football but he already has one goal to his name for Belgium.

His impressive performances for Marseille over the last 12 months scoring 23 goals in all competitions for a side that finished mid-table in Ligue 1, has attracted interest from a number of English clubs.

So far this summer West Ham and Crystal Palace have all submitted bids for the 22-year-old and a few more goal scoring cameos could see further interest from Europe's top clubs.

Grzegorz Krychowiak (Sevilla)

Poland's Grzegorz Krychowiak
Image: Poland's Grzegorz Krychowiak

Krychowiak was already on the transfer radars of plenty of European giants after back-to-back Europa League successes with Sevilla.

He has been one of the standout defensive midfielders of the tournament for Poland but his passing ability is underrated. He has completed 89 per cent of his 209 attempts.

His showings at Euro 2016, particularly against Germany, may persuade Paris Saint-Germain or Manchester United to activate his €45m release clause.

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