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From the striker wanted by FIVE of England's Big Six to the 21-year-old midfielder in Liverpool's sights, French stars are set to be a hot property in the Premier League as Ligue 1 clubs look to claw back cash after season ends

After the shock revelation last week that the Ligue 1 season would not be restarting, clubs have been left to count the cost of the decision.

It is estimated that the French top flight will lose, in total, up to £175m as a result of the government's decision to ban all sporting events until September.

It means that owners and chairmen will have to find ways to plug the hole left by the loss of television revenue and matchday income, and with a summer transfer window on the horizon it seems likely that selling off prized assets may be one way to soften the blow.