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Transfers can be a tricky business to get right. It is not just sheer talent, but a variety of other factors that truly determine whether a player can be successful at a club or not.
With so much money in the game these days, it is easy to make mistakes and move on. Proper scouting is required in order to truly ascertain whether a club should make a move for a player.
Here we look at ten transfers who have had a positive impact on their teams this season.
#10 Aaron Wan-Bissaka | Manchester United
Manchester United's decision to pay £45 million to Crystal Palace for Aaron Wan-Bissaka raised eyebrows. Wan-Bissaka had enjoyed a breakout season with Palace the season before. Thus, questions were raised as to whether United had paid over the odds for a player who could just be a one-season wonder.
That has not been the case. One of the best defenders in the league, Wan-Bissaka has fortified United's right-hand side. His tackles are a thing of beauty, and not many wingers triumph in a one-on-one against him. The 22-year old has started improving on his offensive capabilities as well, and is turning into a complete right-back.
Although he is yet to be capped by England, it is undoubtedly a matter of time before he receives a call-up from Gareth Southgate. This season, he has made 38 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils, providing four assists. He averages a whopping 5.6 tackles and interceptions per game in the league.
#9 Erling Haaland | Borussia Dortmund
One of the best bargain signings this season. Erling Braut Haaland joined Borussia Dortmund this January from Red Bull Salzburg for a fee of £17 million. The prodigious talent has already made an impact in the Bundesliga, scoring consistently for the German giants.
Having rejected a move to Manchester United, Haaland's decision to go to Germany to develop is already looking like a masterstroke. The 19-year old has scored 16 goals in 18 appearances for Dortmund.
The Norwegian has been on fire this season. For both Dortmund and Salzburg he has made 40 appearances in all competitions, scoring 44 goals and providing three assists.
#8 Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United
Bruno Fernandes arrived at Manchester from Sporting Lisbon in January for a fee of £47 million. And he has completely transformed the club's fortunes.
The midfielder has been in phenomenal form ever since he joined the club. Taking little time to adapt, Fernandes has assumed the role of talisman for this young United side. An excellent creator as well a confident personality, his attitude seems to be rubbing off on the entire team.
In 10 league appearances for the club, the Portuguese has scored seven goals and provided six assists.
His blooming midfield partnership with Paul Pogba has been wonderful to watch, and there is a sense that there is more to come from the 25-year old. Many have compared his signing to that of Eric Cantona's, and one can understand the why.
#7 Matthijs de Ligt | Juventus
Matthijs de Ligt rejected moves to Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Barcelona to sign for Juventus last summer. The Italian giants paid Ajax £67.5 million for his signature, making him one of the most expensive defenders in the world.
The centre-back had a slow start to his Juventus career. However, de Ligt has found his feet now, and is one of the first names on the team-sheet for Maurizio Sarri. The 20-year old has formed a good partnership with veteran Leonardo Bonucci, who too looks a little lost without the youngster.
De Ligt has made 33 appearances in all competitions for Juventus, scoring three goals. He tops the squad for clearances and has also completed 3.3 long balls per game.
#6 Mauro Icardi | Paris Saint-Germain
Mauro Icardi decided to end his controversial Inter Milan spell by moving to Paris Saint-Germain, initially on loan. The French giants paid £45 million in May to make him a permanent signing.
Icardi's goalscoring record speaks for itself. The Argentine scored 124 goals in 219 appearances for Inter Milan, also captaining them for a short time. However, off-the-field controversies meant that fans started turning on him.
The 27-year old has replaced Edinson Cavani in PSG's attack, leading the frontline well. In 31 appearances for the club, the former Sampdoria man has scored 20 goals and provided two assists.
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#5 Romelu Lukaku | Inter Milan
Romelu Lukaku was the man who replaced Mauro Icardi at Inter Milan. Such have been his performances for the Italian giants that it would be fair to say that Icardi is not being missed.
The Belgian joined Inter Milan from Manchester United for a fee of £74 million. A prolific goalscorer at every he club he has been at, Lukaku has continued this trend at Inter Milan as well. He fits the Antonio Conte system perfectly, with his big presence and match intelligence winning Inter many points.
Conte wanted him during his spell at Chelsea, but Lukaku decided to move to the Red Devils at the time. They are united now, and the result has been phenomenal. The 27-year old has made 41 appearances for the club in all competitions, scoring 26 goals and providing five assists.
#4 Ferland Mendy | Real Madrid
Real Madrid have tried to replace club legend Marcelo for some time now. They gave opportunities to academy graduates Achraf Hakimi and Sergi Reguilon, who have failed to perform and left the club.
Los Blancos decided to spend £43 million to bring Ferland Mendy from Lyon and the move seems to be paying dividends already. Mendy has been an excellent left-back for Real Madrid this season, strong defensively and good going forward. While Marcelo's attacking prowess remains unmatched, Mendy's skill-set looks more balanced.
The France international has rotated well with Marcelo this season. In 28 appearances in all competitions for the club, the 25-year old has provided two assists.
#3 Wissan Ben Yedder | AS Monaco
One of the most underrated players in the world, Wissam Ben Yedderh has been in stunning form this season.
Ben Yedder joined Monaco from Sevilla for a fee of £35 million, with Rony Lopes going to Sevilla as part of the deal as well. The France international has been in great form in Ligue 1, sharing the top goalscorer of league gong with Kylian Mbappe.
The former Toulouse forward was previously linked with a move to Manchester United before moving to Monaco. In an unbalanced Monaco side, Ben Yedder has probably been the one shining light.
The 29-year old has made 31 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring 19 goals and providing four assists.
#2 Christopher Nkunku | RB Leipzig
Paris Saint-Germain undoubtedly have an incredible academy, but it seems to benefit other clubs rather than the French giants.
Christopher Nkunku is one such player. He moved to RB Leipzig from the Parisian giants for a bargain fee of £12 million, and he has been one of the best creators in the Bundesliga this season.
The France U21 international has been an everpresent for Julian Nagelsmann's side, playing in a variety of positions. He has been utilised as a winger, a central midfielder, a striker as well as a left wing-back by the German this season.
The 22-year-old has made 42 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring five goals and providing 13 assists.
#1 Benjmin Pavard | Bayern Munich
Benjamin Pavard joined Bayern Munich from Stuttgart for a fee of £31 million. The deal was agreed in January of 2019, with Pavard joining the club last summer.
He has been a constant presence in the Bayern backline this season. Due to injuries to centre-backs Lucas Hernandez and Niklas Sule for much of the season, the France international has played almost every game for the Bavarians.
Capable of playing as a right-back as well as a central defender, the former Lille man has been essential for Hansi Flick's side. The 24-year old has made 48 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring four goals and providing six assists.
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