If you found yourself lost in the small break between the month-long sprint that was the men’s World Cup and the reignition of the club season, your dose of soccer chaos is here again.
From Jan. 1 to the end of the month, teams across European soccer will enter an all-out race to sign the most coveted prospects from around the globe. It’s a crucial window for title contenders to bolster their depth and middling teams to find that missing piece. Many young players used the unique stage of a winter World Cup to boost their standing in the eyes of top clubs just before the window began. And as has been the case for years, many of Europe’s richest teams are looking to go on a spending spree to try and alter their fortunes this season.
Here’s a look at some of the top names to watch during the 31 days of chaos.
