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Sometimes, you just need to move on, especially when the chance to do so comes at the right time in tight situations. This January transfer window is an opportunity for many players in the Premier League to leave their difficulties behind and seek greener pastures.
Some of these players have suffered a lot due to difficulties in adapting to their club's tactics or the manager’s decision to relegate them to the bench just to favour some other players in the team, while sometimes it's due to language barrier and inability to adapt to the physical approach of the game in the Premier League.
There are several players in the division at the moment who need to leave their respective clubs in favour of a move to other leagues to get their careers back on track. As a result, we've highlighted three superstars who would do themselves a lot of good if they switch away from the English top-flight this season.
#3 Pedro Rodriguez
The Spanish forward has been a noticeable player in England since he left Barcelona for Chelsea in the summer of 2015. Pedro has scored 28 goals for the Blues to go with 17 assists in 121 Premier League outings so far. He's also won the Premier League, the Europa League, and the FA Cup at Stamford Bridge.
However, it appears he has reached the end of the road in London. The attacker doesn't seem to belong in Frank Lampard's plans, as he's had just five EPL appearances under the tactician this season. Lampard prefers deploying Willian on the right flank with Callum Hudson-Odoi, Christian Pulisic, or Mason Mount featuring on the left.
Pedro's contract at Chelsea runs out at the end of this season, and the 33-year-old recently admitted that he'll be more than willing to return to Barcelona should the opportunity ever arise. The likes of Inter Milan and Real Sociedad are also reportedly interested in securing his services.
#2 Leroy Sane
The former Schalke 04 forward was signed by Manchester City in 2016 for €37 million. His first two seasons under Pep Guardiola were amazing. Leroy Sane was voted as the PFA Young Player of the Year after helping the Cityzens to claim the Premier League title and the EFL Cup in the 2017-18 campaign.
However, his third season at the Etihad Stadium was tough as he had to compete with the likes of Raheem Sterling and Riyad Mahrez for the starting spot. His omission from Joachim Low’s World Cup squad was related to his poor performances in the national team which can be linked to his inability to secure a starting spot in the Premier League.
Sterling’s brilliant performances this season might also be a disadvantage for the winger who is just recovering from a lengthy injury. City declined a €100 million fee from Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich at the start of the season.
However, considering that things have only gotten worse, the club could finally agree to let go of the attacker, as parting ways seems the best option for both parties at the moment.
#1 Olivier Giroud
Olivier Giroud arrived at Chelsea from Premier League outfit Arsenal for €15 million in January 2018. He had a great start to life in the English top-flight, scoring over 70 goals for the Gunners. However, he couldn't maintain that level of productivity for long.
The 33-year-old’s career started declining during his latter days at the Emirates, so he joined Chelsea with the hope of rejuvenating his career. Unfortunately, his poor performances have continued in the Premier League for The Blues, with just 5 goals for them across 3 seasons.
The likes of Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux are believed to have shown interest in signing the French striker who has been limited to just 5 appearances in the EPL this season. Giroud’s contract is up with Chelsea at the end of the season, so taking the exit route from Stamford Bridge appears the best option for the attacker.
