Summary
The article discusses several football players looking forward to a successful 2026. It highlights moves between clubs, aspirations for international tournaments, and individual goals for the players' careers.
Key Facts
- Antoine Semenyo, a Bournemouth player, is close to joining Manchester City after a £65 million release clause was activated.
- Semenyo is the third top scorer in the Premier League this season with nine goals and three assists.
- Troy Parrott, a striker for AZ Alkmaar, helped Ireland reach the World Cup play-offs with five international goals.
- Parrott has scored 16 goals in 22 games for AZ and might move to a major European league.
- Nico O'Reilly, a Manchester City player, hopes to join the England World Cup squad by playing left-back.
- French teenager Eli Junior Kroupi started strong in the Premier League with five goals but is looking to maintain his form.
- Harvey Elliott moved on loan from Liverpool to Aston Villa but has not played since October and faces challenges getting into the team lineup.
