Top five players who may get big money moves after impressing at Copa America 2024

Canadians have impressed the most with their underdog stories.

With the exciting Copa America 2024 finally coming to an epic close, Lionel Scaloni’s Argentina/Nestor Lorenzo’s Colombia have been crowned the deserved champions of this edition after an enthralling grand finale.

The tournament in the United States this summer has proven to be a delightful watch for worldwide football fans owing to its high-octane entertainment, underdog stories, and unbelievable moments.

In a prestigious competition represented by global superstars such as Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, several upcoming talents have enjoyed breakout campaigns with their respective nations. The incredible performances of these players have made them a treasured asset on the transfer market this summer.

With that said, here are the top five players who may get big money moves after impressing at Copa America 2024:

Jacob Shaffelburg (Canada/Nashville SC/€3.50m)

One of the breakout stars in Canada’s historic semifinal run in the 2024 Copa America was winger Jacob Shaffelburg, who enjoyed an impressive tournament with his consistent performances.

With a goal and an assist to his name, Shaffelburg was a constant threat on the left flank, creating several goal-scoring opportunities for his team, which put him on the top end of the list for the highest chances created throughout the competition.

The 24-year-old winger, with his incredible pace and direct style of play, proved to be a living nightmare for opposition defenders, enabling Jesse Marsch’s side to successfully execute their counterattacks on the break.

Jacob Shaffelburg’s stellar displays have earned him a well-deserved spot on several Copa America 2024 Best XI teams, making him a hot prospect in the current transfer market.

Daniel Muñoz (Colombia/Crystal Palace/€18.00m)

One of the most complete fullbacks that delivered at both ends of the pitch in this Copa America was Colombia’s star right-back Daniel Muñoz, who recorded an incredible two goals and an assist throughout the tournament.

Muñoz played an integral role in Los Cafeteros’ dream run in the competition, emerging as a surprise goal scorer during closely contested matches while also aptly fulfilling his primary defensive responsibilities as a part of a robust backline.

One of the key aspects of Muñoz’s game was his deadly attacking runs from the right flank, creating space and opportunities for the attackers to be productive. Despite the semifinal red card, his contribution to Colombia’s outstanding display cannot be overshadowed.

Having joined Crystal Palace as recently as January 2024, Daniel Muñoz could well and truly be on the move already, with a number of top clubs monitoring his situation.

Maximiliano Araújo (Uruguay/Deportivo Toluca/€5.50m)

Maximiliano Araújo enjoyed a great campaign with Uruguay after being a massive part of Marcelo Bielsa’s setup that saw them secure a bronze medal finish in the tournament.

Araújo recorded an impressive two goals and an assist throughout the competition, in what was a promising display by the talented winger. Through his blistering pace, strong dribbling skills, and profound ability to create chances, the 24-year-old forward proved to be a menacing threat down the left flank for La Celeste.

Maximiliano Araújo’s impressive attacking displays in the 2024 Copa America could potentially see a whole host of clubs knock on the door of Deportivo Toluca and readily pay the expected sum to quickly acquire his stellar services this summer.

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Richard Ríos (Colombia/SE Palmeiras/€5.00m)

Richard Ríos was an integral part of Colombia’s midfield engine throughout the competition, with his consistent world-class performances at the epicentre of the pitch making him one of the standout players of the 2024 Copa America.

Ríos recorded one of the highest successful dribble completion rates in the tournament, showcasing his ability to create space and break down defences through his elite technicality with the ball. He also maintained a strong passing range, ensuring a smooth flow in Colombia’s transitional play from defence to attack.

The 24-year-old midfielder also registered incredible defensive numbers with his ball recoveries, tackles, and interceptions, helping his team to regain valuable possession and hit the opponents cold on the break.

Through his brilliant, well-rounded midfield game, Richard Ríos announced himself to the football world, as a number of teams hope to sign him this summer.

Jonathan David (Canada/LOSC Lille/€50.00m)

One of the best players in Canada’s amazing Copa America display was their star striker, Jonathan David, who guided his nation into the knockout rounds of the competition in their debut campaign with his great performances.

David finished as Canada’s top scorer in the tournament, bagging two crucial goals. In what proved to be a successful Copa America campaign, the 24-year-old forward didn’t just solely operate as a target man, but he also dropped deep to collect the ball and link up effectively with his teammates in order to create good goal-scoring opportunities for his team.

In a young and inexperienced Canadian squad, David showcased incredible leadership traits on the pitch, motivating his teammates and leading the side from the front in terms of effort and output.

All of these immaculate qualities make David a top-notch striker who can successfully lead the line for any elite club in the world. With his Lille contract expiring in 2025, Jonathan David will undoubtedly be the one to watch out for this summer, as he looks all set for a big-money switch to a top team.

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