From the Bundesliga, through the Premier League to La Liga, there are quite a number of exciting players approaching the end of their contracts this summer.
Top European clubs and rivals alike are already circling around looking for a bargain in the ongoing transfer window.
A number of high profile names have already decided on their moves, with Gianluigi Buffon among the latest top players to hint on his next move.
Atletico’s Diego Godin is understood to have agreed terms with Inter Milan while Ander Herrera is expected to seal a move to PSG at the expiry of his Manchester United deal.
But there are several big names yet to conclude plans on their future.
TUKO.co.ke compiles a list of 20 of the most intriguing free agents this summer:
1. Dani Alves (Paris Saint-Germain)
The Brazil national football team captain announced his departure from PSG at the weekend.
Despite his already advanced age, the 36-year-old still has plenty to offer, including unquestionable experience.
The former Barca star is one of the most decorated footballer of all time and top clubs including Man City are understood to be eyeing his services.
2. Filipe Luis (Atletico Madrid)
Luis is out of contract with Atletico Madrid.
He is currently on international duty with Brazil and has said he would only negotiate with anyone until after the Copa America.
He is however expected to seal a move to Barcelona as cover for Jordi Alba but could still stay in Madrid following Lucas Hernandez’s departure to Bayern Munich.
3. Gary Cahill (Chelsea)
Having fallen down the pecking order under Maurizio Sarri and accorded a respectful send-off by Chelsea by his team-mates on the final day of last season, the Englishman is on the move.
But at just 33, he would provide valuable experience to any top-flight side.
Former manager Antonio Conte is also reportedly keen on bring him to Italy.
4. Adrien Rabiot (Paris Saint-Germain)
He is perhaps the most high-profile of all free agents this summer.
The midfielder fell out of favour at PSG and has since attracted attention from across Europe.
However, his salary demands are said to be a put off among potential suitors who include Juventus, Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool.
5. Max Kruse (Werder Bremen)
He is a potential signing for Man United who are in the market in search for a replacement fo Romelu Lukaku who is on the verge of joining Inter.
He netted an impressive 35 goals and set up 31 others in 94 appearances for Werder Bremen.
He has reportedly attracted interest from Tottenham and Liverpool.
6. Daniel Sturridge (Liverpool)
The englishman paid an emotional farewell to Liverpool at the end of the 2018/19 campaign after winning the Champions League.
He has been linked with a move to Fenerbahce.
7. Antonio Valencia (Manchester United)
The Ecuadorian was released by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer despite being club skipper.
United are now looking to sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Crystal Palace to fill the troublesome right-back position.
Sheffield United have been linked with a shock move for Valencia amid several offers from MLS clubs.
8. Franck Ribery (Bayern Munich)
Ribery called it a day with Bayern after a 12-year career at the Allianz Arena last season.
However, despite his availability on a free, meeting the winger’s wage demands may prove difficult for interested clubs.
9. Mario Balotelli (Marseille)
The Italian striker is currently out of contract at Marseille.
At just 28-years-old, he still got loads of talent.
10. Andy Carroll (West Ham United)
Once fancied to be England’s next big thing, the forward’s career has been punctuated by injuries.
And in their bid to reduce their wage bill, West Ham have finally let go Carroll.
Source: Tuko
