The list includes former Premier League stars, Champions League winners, and players with significant international experience, allowing clubs to add proven quality without paying a transfer fee.

While their availability depends on individual league registration rules, several of these players could still attract offers in the coming weeks.

According to the BBC, here are 10 of the biggest names currently available:

1. Paul Pogba, 33—Last club: Monaco

Paul Pogba is still searching for a new club after Monaco terminated his contract last month.

The French midfielder joined the Ligue 1 side last summer following the completion of his 18-month doping ban in March 2025. However, injuries have made it difficult for him to establish himself, with Pogba managing only six appearances before his contract was cut short.

His Monaco deal still had another year remaining before both parties parted ways.

2. Karim Benzema, 38—Last club: Al-Hilal

Karim Benzema is another high-profile player currently on the market after his contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal was terminated on August 31.

The former Real Madrid striker moved to Saudi Arabia in 2023, initially joining Al-Ittihad before later switching to Al-Hilal.

Despite featuring three times for Al-Hilal this season, the 2022 Ballon d’Or winner is now looking for his next destination.

3. Riyad Mahrez, 35—Last club: Al Ahli

Riyad Mahrez became a free agent after Al Ahli brought his contract to an end.

The Algerian winger left Manchester City for the Saudi club in 2023 and went on to register 37 goals in 122 appearances across competitions.

Mahrez could remain in Saudi Arabia, however, with reports linking him with a possible move to Al-Shabab.

4. Raheem Sterling, 31—Last club: Feyenoord

Raheem Sterling is available again after his short-lived spell with Feyenoord came to an end.

The former Liverpool, Manchester City, and Chelsea winger spent just three months in the Netherlands, making eight appearances before leaving the club.

Sterling has endured a difficult period in recent seasons and is now looking for an opportunity to revive his career.

5. Philippe Coutinho, 34—Last club: Vasco da Gama

Philippe Coutinho remains without a club after leaving Brazilian side Vasco da Gama in February.

The former Liverpool and Barcelona playmaker has endured several difficult years since leaving Anfield and has not formally announced his retirement.

A move to Major League Soccer has previously been mentioned as a possible option for the Brazilian.

6. Jadon Sancho, 26—Last club: Manchester United

Jadon Sancho is another high-profile free agent following a turbulent spell since his £73 million transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester United in 2021.

The England winger has spent the last two-and-a-half years away from Old Trafford on loan, with Aston Villa his latest temporary destination after an unsuccessful period at Chelsea.

Sancho made just 30 Premier League appearances for United and could potentially return to Dortmund, who have reportedly shown interest in bringing him back to Germany.

7. Dani Carvajal, 34—Last club: Real Madrid

Dani Carvajal became a free agent when his long-term Real Madrid contract expired in June.

The Spanish full-back spent 13 years with the club, making 451 appearances and establishing himself as one of the most decorated players in his position.

The veteran defender has yet to secure a new club and has reportedly maintained his fitness by training at facilities belonging to the Spanish Football Federation alongside compatriot Joselu.

8. Jamie Vardy, 39—Last club: Cremonese

Jamie Vardy is searching for his next challenge after leaving Cremonese.

The veteran forward ended his remarkable 13-year association with Leicester City last year before moving to Italy. However, Cremonese’s relegation to Serie B was followed by Vardy’s departure.

A return to England could now be on the cards, with Wrexham, Sheffield Wednesday and West Ham among the clubs previously linked with the experienced striker.

9. David Alaba, 34—Last club: Real Madrid

David Alaba is another decorated defender available after leaving Real Madrid in May following five seasons in Spain.

The Austria international attracted interest from several clubs during the summer, with Manchester United previously emerging as one of the potential destinations.

Alaba’s résumé remains impressive, having won 12 league titles and four Champions League trophies during a hugely successful career.

10. Sergio Ramos, 40—Last club: Monterrey

At 40, Sergio Ramos is the oldest player among the major names on the list.

The legendary Spanish defender has been without a club since leaving Mexican side Monterrey in December 2025 but has not yet announced his retirement.

Ramos continues to believe he can compete at a high level, while his activities away from football have also kept him in the spotlight. Earlier this year, he was involved in an unsuccessful attempt to acquire a controlling stake in his former club Sevilla.

Other notable free agents

Beyond the 10 biggest names, several other experienced players remain available for clubs looking to add depth.

The list includes Jordan Ayew, Dele Alli, Joselu, Anthony Martial, Conor Coady, Wilfried Zaha, and James Rodriguez.

Tyrell Malacia, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Solly March, Georginio Wijnaldum, and Yves Bissouma are also among the notable players still without clubs.

With the European transfer window now closed, these free agents could provide attractive options for teams seeking experienced additions without having to negotiate a traditional transfer fee.

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As Euro 2024 approaches, the Three Lions are poised to make another strong bid for European glory after their heartbreaking defeat three years ago.

Notable absentees from the squad include Marcus Rashford, Jordan Henderson, and Raheem Sterling, who have been mainstays in England’s recent tournament campaigns.

Nevertheless, England boasts an impressive lineup featuring stars like Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, and Bukayo Saka, positioning them as formidable contenders for the title in Germany.

Manager Gareth Southgate, at the helm since 2016, has also injected fresh talent into the squad, providing opportunities for players like Curtis Jones, Jarell Quansah, Adam Wharton, Kobbie Mainoo, and others to showcase their skills before the final squad selection of 26 players just prior to the start of Euro 2024.

While England’s Lionesses secured UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 glory two summers ago, the men’s team is still in pursuit of their first-ever European Championship title. Despite coming agonizingly close in Euro 2020, reaching the final only to lose a tense penalty shootout against Italy at Wembley Stadium, the hunger for major silverware remains as strong as ever, echoing the nation’s last triumph in the 1966 World Cup.

33-player preliminary England squad – Euro 2024

Goalkeepers

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

England’s Euro 2024 fixtures

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Mauricio Pochettino has urged Chelsea fans to rally behind the team following the incident where Raheem Sterling was subjected to booing during their FA Cup victory.

Despite facing adversity, the Blues emerged victorious with a thrilling 4-2 win over Leicester City in injury time, courtesy of goals from substitutes Carney Chukwuemeka and Noni Madueke.

Although Leicester staged a comeback from a two-goal deficit and had defender Callum Doyle sent off in the second half, Chelsea faced challenges, particularly with Raheem Sterling missing crucial opportunities, including a first-half penalty and a one-on-one chance with Leicester goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk.

A disappointing free-kick attempt further led to some Chelsea fans expressing their frustration by booing the star winger during the match.

Pochettino’s call for support underscores the importance of backing the team as they navigate challenges on the pitch.

Speaking to BBC Sport after the game, the Argentine said: “We need to support him, he’s an amazing player. He has more than 10 years experience in the Premier League. Of course I think the contribution was good. He was a little bit unlucky with some actions where he should have scored. But we are a team and we need to be there for everyone.

“Fans are entitled to show their emotion. For us we try to emphasise with our fans not to criticise. They want the best for our team and players. But we are in a project. We need support and to really believe. We are trying to build something.

“We are in a process to build the team. I know really well how to manage. What the fans want is to win the game and that we achieved. What the fans want is to go to Wembley and that we achieved. They need to trust me to manage in the way I think is the best way for the club.

“We need to respect their opinion as much as they need to respect my decision.”

Despite the tense conclusion to the game, Mauricio Pochettino will draw many positives from his team’s triumph. The win not only sustains the Blues’ aspirations of clinching silverware this season but also propels them into the semi-finals of the FA Cup.

With the victory secured, Raheem Sterling will have an opportunity to take a break and focus on regaining his form, as Chelsea’s next fixture won’t occur until after the international break. Sterling’s recent decline in performance has also been a concern for Gareth Southgate, who has refrained from selecting the 29-year-old for the national team in recent times.

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Raheem Sterling issued a heartfelt apology to Chelsea supporters following his missed penalty in their FA Cup quarter-final match against Leicester on Sunday.

During the game, with Chelsea holding a 1-0 lead, the winger had an opportunity to extend their advantage when he stepped up to take a penalty after 26 minutes. Despite the disappointment of the miss, Sterling managed to redeem himself by providing an assist for Cole Palmer’s goal towards the end of the first half.

Although Leicester managed to equalize after halftime, Chelsea ultimately secured victory with two late goals, securing their place in the semi-finals.

Despite his contribution to the team’s success, Sterling took responsibility for the missed penalty and expressed his regret to the Chelsea supporters.

Despite the win, Sterling took to Instagram to express his regret to the club’s fans, writing: “To all the Chelsea fans, apologies for the penalty miss. I’ll be back 10x times stronger to help the team win and continue to keep fighting for the badge every single day.”

 

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The Stamford Bridge side has successfully advanced to the semi-finals of the competition, but they face a formidable challenge ahead as they aim to overcome reigning champions Manchester City for a spot in the final. Meanwhile, Manchester United’s next hurdle will be Coventry in the other semi-final matchup.

Raheem Sterling will have some time off as he was omitted from the England squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. His next appearance will be on March 30th, when Chelsea welcomes relegation candidates Burnley to Stamford Bridge.

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Harry Maguire has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for November. The Manchester United defender played a crucial role in the team’s success during the month, featuring in all three league matches that resulted in three victories without conceding a goal.

This recognition marks a remarkable turnaround for the 30-year-old player. Despite facing challenges such as losing the captaincy and appearing likely to leave Old Trafford in the summer, Maguire has successfully reclaimed his spot in Erik Ten Hag’s starting XI.

In the voting process, the England international surpassed competition from notable players like Manchester City’s Jeremy Doku, Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon, Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling, Bournemouth’s Marcus Tavernier, and Luton Town’s Thomas Kaminski.

Three matches, three wins, three clean sheets 🪄@HarryMaguire93 is November's @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month 🏆@ManUtd | #PLAwards pic.twitter.com/y6AxRrgGLW

— Premier League (@premierleague) December 8, 2023

Expressing his gratitude, Maguire thanked his teammates, the staff at Old Trafford, and the fans for their support as he received the award for the first time in his career.

‘Couldn’t of done it without my team mates, the staff and you fans.’ Maguire wrote in a post on Instagram. ‘Your love and support doesn’t go unnoticed; I appreciate it.’

Premier League Player of the Month 😍 Couldn’t have done it without my team mates, the staff and you fans. Your love and support doesn’t go unnoticed, I appreciate it ❤️ @ManUtd pic.twitter.com/hNU3GX3PMY

— Harry Maguire (@HarryMaguire93) December 8, 2023

The subdued response to the inclusion of the former Leicester defender in both club and national team lineups is a testament to Harry Maguire’s significantly improved form in recent weeks.

Maguire has emerged as one of Erik Ten Hag’s most reliable players during a perplexing run for Manchester United. The team has simultaneously become the Premier League’s most in-form squad while flirting with the possibility of an early exit from the Champions League group stage.

Manchester United’s recent performance highlights a run of five victories in seven Premier League games, positioning them in sixth place, level on points with Tottenham and trailing Manchester City by only three points. Maguire’s consistent and dependable contributions have played a crucial role in the team’s resurgence.

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The Premier League has unveiled its nominees for the Player of the Month award for November, featuring standout performances from various players.

Harry Maguire, who was instrumental in Manchester United’s defensive solidity with three clean-sheet victories, is among the nominees. Raheem Sterling, who is displaying attacking prowess with goals against Manchester City and a stunning free-kick against Newcastle, is also in contention.

The list includes Jeremy Doku from Manchester City, who contributed four assists in a commanding win over Bournemouth. Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon, who scored crucial goals against Arsenal and Chelsea, is another nominee.

Thomas Kaminski, the goalkeeper for Luton, made a notable 15 saves in November, earning him a spot on the shortlist. Marcus Tavernier from Bournemouth concludes the nominations, having scored two goals in a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United.

These players showcased outstanding performances in November, contributing significantly to their respective teams, and the award will recognize their exceptional contributions.

Who is your @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month? 🤩

🩵 @JeremyDoku
⚫️ @anthonygordon
👒 @kaminski26
🔴 @HarryMaguire93
🔵 @sterling7
🍒 @_MarcusTavv#PLAwards | 🗳️ Vote: https://t.co/JWNOcCOKJm pic.twitter.com/uapR6HvFxY

— Premier League (@premierleague) November 30, 2023

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Sterling has not played for England since coming off the bench in the 2022 World Cup quarterfinals, missing the following squad due to injury before being dropped out of the squad in June amid concerns about his form and health.

This season has been a different scenario for Sterling, who has been utterly brilliant thus far and already has two goals from only three games for Chelsea, yet he has been left out of the international squad.

Nevertheless, Southgate stated during his news conference after the announcement of England’s team that he was unable to fit Sterling into his group.

“We were really pleased with the group [in June],” Southgate explained. “To bring Raheem back in we have to leave someone else out and on the back of three games I didn’t think anybody in this group of attacking players warrants being left out.

“It’s really good to see him start the season so well. He looks in good condition, he looks hungry. He’s obviously an important player for us and has been an important player for us. But we have in those attacking areas just behind the nine a lot of competition for places.

“I think all of those players have started the season well and certainly the group that are with us has done really well for us in the in the recent games.”

When it was pointed out that Sterling has now missed three consecutive England camps, Southgate added: “He was not available for the last two and of course that’s given other people the opportunity to play well and to establish themselves in the group.

“It’s a difficult call and Raheem is not particularly happy about it, but I understand that because he’s an important player for us.

“I’m convinced he’s going to have an excellent season with Chelsea, there’s no doubt about that.”

In Sterling’s place, Southgate has opted to hand call-ups to Bukayo Saka, Jack Grealish, Marcus Rashford, Phil Foden and Eberechi Eze.

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Raheem Sterling has made the decision to alter his diet after attributing his hamstring issues from last season to weight gain.

The winger was only able to make 28 Premier League matches due to hamstring ailments he sustained in the middle of his first season with the Blues.

He has already changed his diet to improve his chances of keeping fit for the upcoming term because he believes the fitness problems were caused by his weight.

“In the season I changed a bit of my diet and went to do something a little bit different that I had not done before,” he said at a press conference. “And I had a little bit more kilograms on me that I have not had before. I think probably carrying a little bit of extra weight I had a few hamstring problems and that was it. Towards the end of the season the hamstring was playing up again. Me and the manager made a decision together that the best thing for me to do was to get the hamstring right.”

When Sterling was about what he has changed, he said: “Just eating a little bit less.”

Since Mauricio Pochettino became Chelsea’s head coach this summer, the 28-year-old has endured some strenuous training sessions.

“It is probably the most I have run in a long time, but it is good,” he said when asked about Pochettino’s regime. “When I first heard that he was going to be the manager I think it was an exciting one because of the many years I have played against his teams and I know how difficult it is to play against his teams.”

The England international is most likely going to play when Chelsea plays Brighton in a friendly on Saturday in Philadelphia.

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Raheem Sterling believes Chelsea can start competing for titles under new boss Mauricio Pochettino “very soon.”

On Monday, Pochettino’s appointment as the Blues’ new manager was formally announced. He signed a two-year contract, with the club holding the option for an additional year.

Following a terrible campaign in which the team ended in 12th place in the Premier League, the former PSG and Tottenham Hotspur manager is now in charge at Stamford Bridge. Despite having such a dismal season before to joining the club, Sterling has confidence in Poch to rapidly improve things at Chelsea.

“From his time before at Tottenham, I heard a conversation about him and he’s the exact person that we need,” he told Arab News.

“He will bring leadership, he will challenge players physically and mentally and I think he is going to come here and he is going to have the personality that everyone is going to respect. That’s what we need, someone in charge.”

Sterling also hinted that previous managers – Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter and Frank Lampard – failed to utilise Chelsea’s talented squad effectively: “We have a good squad, the quality is there. We will add some players and some will leave, I get it, but there’s no doubt in my mind we will be challenging again very soon.

“From the start of this season we have not had our best XI out. The majority of it, we have had 11, 12 players out injured so it was an unfair start. But then again, these are the challenges that happen at the top football clubs and it will get us the consistency we need.

“It’s been hard work, it’s been a tough season, but I always believe after tough times there will be good times if you keep working hard. No matter how this season has gone, good, bad or indifferent, I’ve tried to keep the same focus, the same work-rate and believe you will see the shadow pass.”

Sterling’s excitement follows that of fellow winger Noni Madueke who, even before Pochettino had been unveiled, spoke of his eagerness to get to work under the new boss.

“I think he is a good manager,” Madueke told Sky Sports. “He has been in big places around the world and he was a great success in the Premier League. I am looking forward to working with and learning from him.

“I think next season we need to go back to basics. The new manager needs to come in and everyone needs to get behind him in training for him and Chelsea to be successful and there’s no reason why we can’t be with the talent in his squad.”

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Gareth Southgate has selected the England squad for the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifiers against North Macedonia and Malta in June.

The Three Lions manager has selected a 25-player group for the games, which start with the trip to Malta for the first match on Friday 16 June.

Raheem Sterling, a forward for Chelsea, was left off Gareth Southgate’s roster for England’s forthcoming European qualifying matches.

When the Three Lions play Malta and North Macedonia the following month, they will try to keep up their flawless start to qualifying from Group C.

Sterling, meanwhile, is left out following a turbulent and underwhelming season with Chelsea, despite being one of Southgate’s go-to players in qualification and at important tournaments for England.

The winger has had many injury setbacks while presiding over three management eras in west London, all the while watching his previous team Manchester City enjoy their third consecutive league triumph.

Southgate watched Chelsea’s Sunday loss to City at the Etihad as he finalized his lineup, which led to yet another letdown for Sterling and co.

While the Blues winger is not included, Lewis Dunk of Brighton, who was a crucial component of Robert De Zerbi’s European-winning Brighton, receives a well-deserved call-up. Dunk might get only his second-ever England cap and his first since 2018.

Eberechi Eze, a top player for Crystal Palace, is also chosen by Southgate due to his outstanding play, which has seen him score six goals and provide one assist since Roy Hodgson took over in late March.

Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope is not included due to an operation on his hand, a procedure which The Times reports has been moved forward after the Magpies secured Champions League qualification on Monday. City’s starting players will likely not feature against Malta on June 16, given that they will have played the Champions League final against Inter just six days before.

ENGLAND SQUAD IN FULL:

Goalkeepers: Sam Johnstone, Jordan Pickford, Aaron Ramsdale

Defenders: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Lewis Dunk, Marc Guehi, Harry Maguire, Tyrone Mings, Luke Shaw, John Stones, Kieran Trippier, Kyle Walker

Midfielders: Jude Bellingham, Eberechi Eze, Conor Gallagher, Jordan Henderson, Kalvin Phillips, Declan Rice

Forwards: Phil Foden, Jack Grealish, Harry Kane, James Maddison, Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, Callum Wilson

Here we go.

Your #ThreeLions squad for June! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

— England (@England) May 24, 2023

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