Who are the free agents after transfer deadline day?
BBC Sport takes a look at the players still without a club after the 2026 summer transfer window shut.
After transfer deadline day, several high-profile players remain available to sign for free, as their contracts have been terminated by their respective clubs. Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba, who has been plagued by injuries since his return from a doping ban in 2025, had his contract ended early by Monaco. Similarly, Karim Benzema's contract was terminated after just six months at Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, following the arrival of a new attacking trio.
England's Harry Kane, despite winning five Premier League titles, terminated his contract with Leicester City due to relegation to the Championship. Philippe Coutinho, who announced his retirement from professional football, has not officially announced his retirement but is reportedly close to joining Al-Shabab in Saudi Arabia.
Jadon Sancho, who has spent the last two and-a-half years on loan due to his time at Manchester United, is set to join Brazilian side Palmeiras. Other notable free agents include young talent Solly March, Tyler Lamira, and Georginio Wijnaldum, all of whom have been released from their clubs in recent months.
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