Some of Europe's greats are approaching the end of their contracts, with some huge names preparing to leave their respective clubs for nothing in the…
From Paul Pogba to GarethBale via Angel Di Maria and Ousmane Dembele, GOAL takes a look at the players who will be available to sign for free once their current deals come to a close.
Paul Pogba | MF | Manchester United
Paul Pogba's deal at Old Trafford ended this summer, after agreeing to a one-year extension ahead of the 2021-22 campaign.
The French international has endured a mixed bag of success at Manchester United due to several injury woes and inconsistent form, even admitting that “it could be a good time to have a new challenge somewhere else”.
He has been regularly linked with a return to former side Juventus, which now looks the most likely destination six years after leaving Turin for a world record transfer fee.
AdvertisementGetty ImagesJuan Mata | MF | Man Utd
Spain international Juan Mata's said goodbye to United at the end of the season after extending for a further year in 2021.
His next move is as of yet unknown, with the player only pledging that he would not be hanging up his boots following his Old Trafford farewell.
Getty ImagesLuis Suarez | ST | Atletico Madrid
After signing for Atletico Madrid from Barcelona in 2020 on a two-year contract, Luis Suarez was reportedly keen on renewing his deal at the Wanda Metropolitano, but it has been announced that he will be moving on this summer.
At 35 years old, Suarez is now considered in the "veteran" bracket, though his goal contributions since his notorious exit from Barcelona have been impressive – with La Liga title glory savoured during his debut campaign in the Spanish capital.
While he has not decided his next move, the thought of linking up again with Lionel Messi down the line at Inter Miami is an appealing one.
Getty ImagesOusmane Dembele | RW | Barcelona
Ousmane Dembele has been touted for a potential exit at Barcelona as contract talks appear to be mooted, though club president Joan Laporta has insisted that La Liga giants plan on keeping the French international – while also stating that he is better than Kylian Mbappe.
As of the end of May, the forward's future at Camp Nou remains up in the air.
“We have a very good relationship with Dembele and he wants to stay. We also want him because he is a great player," Laporta said.
“These are situations that need a negotiation with the representatives who want the best for the player. I am enthusiastic about Dembele, he is better than Mbappe.”