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The winter transfer window is already underway. European heavyweights are battling with one another to sign high-profile players. In the last few days, there have been a lot of rumours and multiple transfers completed across the continent.
Brazilian midfielder Philippe Coutinho is the latest high-profile superstar to secure a transfer this winter. The 29-year-old's departure from Barcelona was confirmed earlier in the day. He has joined Premier League outfit Aston Villa on a six-month loan deal with a non-mandatory option to make it permanent for a fee ranging between €35-45 million.
If rumours are anything to go by, more high-profile players could secure loan moves before the window shuts at the end of the month. On that note, here's a look at five such superstars who could leave their current clubs on loan this winter:
#5 Isco
Real Madrid playmaker Isco is one of the few high-profile players who could secure a loan transfer in the ongoing transfer window. The Spaniard continues to be linked with a departure from the Spanish capital, having struggled to make an impact in recent months.
Isco is not in manager Carlo Ancelotti's plans at the Santiago Bernabeu. This season, the playmaker has made just nine appearances for Los Blancos, with only two of them coming from the start.
According to reports, Real Madrid are willing to send Isco out on loan this month with no loan fee involved. The Liga giants are also said to be willing to pay part of the player's salary to facilitate his exit from the club. Premier League clubs, namely Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle, are said to be interested in his services.
#4 Dele Alli
As per multiple sources, Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has told Dele Alli to find a new club, as the player doesn't fit into his plans. The Englishman is expected to depart the club this month, with speculation surrounding his future.
Alli has been tipped to reunite with Mauricio Pochettino at Paris Saint-Germain. The likes of Newcastle United, Everton and West Ham United are also said to be considering taking the attacker on loan. It remains to be seen where Alli's next destination could be.
#3 Aaron Ramsey
Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey is another high-profile player who could move on loan this winter. If rumours are to be believed, the Welshman is closer than ever to bidding farewell to the Allianz Stadium this month.
Ramsey has apparently reached the end of the road in Turin, with recent developments suggesting he is living on borrowed time at the club. The midfielder has found game time difficult to come by recently. He has made just five appearances for the Old Lady across competitions so far this season, which suggests he is surplus to requirements.
Rumours have it that the Welshman favours a loan switch back to the Premier League this winter. A return to Arsenal is said to be a possibility, while the likes of West Ham United, Liverpool and Everton have also been touted as possible destinations.
#2 Sergino Dest
It is an open secret that Barcelona are looking to sell a few players to reduce their wage bill and raise funds for their transfer targets. Sergino Dest is one such player who could be jettisoned by the Blaugrana this winter.
According to multiple reports, the American right-back is being monitored by the likes of Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Chelsea. His former club Ajax are also said to be considering a loan switch for the defender if they lose Noussair Mazraoui this winter.
Meanwhile, even though Barcelona aren't disappointed with Dest's performances, they may not be averse to his departure. The Blaugrana reportedly believe they have a decent replacement for Dest, following Dani Alves's recent high-profile return to Camp Nou.
#1 Mauro Icardi
Mauro Icardi lost his place in PSG's starting line-up following Lionel Messi's high-profile arrival last summer. The Argentine is allegedly not happy with being relegated to a bit-part role at the Parc des Princes. He is now ready to consider a loan switch away from the French capital.
Rumours suggest Icardi's former club Inter Milan could offer him an escape route from PSG this winter. Juventus, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are also linked with loan swoops for the Argentine striker.
So far this season, the 28-year-old has made 20 appearances for PSG across all competitions, recording five goals to his name. Only time will tell if he will end up sealing a high-profile transfer from the Parc des Princes this winter.
