Lens: Summer Transfer Window Focuses on Defending Key Players from Mid-Table Ligue 1 Teams

The summer transfer window is one of the busiest times for football clubs, with players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar among the stars looking to move abroad. However, there's another group of key players who could be in line to join their new teams this summer, as the focus of the summer transfer window shifts towards defending them from mid-table Ligue 1 teams.

One of these key players is Antoine Griezmann, who has been linked with several clubs across Europe, including Real Madrid and Barcelona. The French forward has made it clear that he wants to stay at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), but he is still open to exploring other options.

Another player who could be in line to join his new team is Robert Lewandowski, who is currently out with a knee injury. However, he has expressed interest in joining Bayern Munich, where he played for three seasons before moving to Dortmund last season. Lewandowski has also been linked with Liverpool and Manchester City, and it remains to be seen whether he will stick with either club or look elsewhere.

There are also several key players who have already left their current clubs and are now looking to join new ones this summer. For example, Kevin De Bruyne, who was signed by Manchester City in January, is expected to leave the Etihad Stadium next month. He has already joined Chelsea and Liverpool, and many believe he will be back at City when they return to the Premier League in the autumn.

Overall, the summer transfer window is likely to be one of the most exciting periods for football fans this year, with players like Antoine Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski and Kevin De Bruyne all set to make their moves this summer. However, it's worth noting that some of these players may not be able to secure their desired clubs, so staying put could be an option for others.