When football players have less than six months remaining on their contracts with their current club, they are free to negotiate with other clubs for a free transfer upon contract expiry.
We have identified 20 top-class players whose contracts expire this year, making them potential candidates for a club switch. The players are ranked from lowest to highest based on their market value, according to Transfermarkt.com.
Ola Aina – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Nottingham Forest and Ola Aina have yet to agree on a contract extension, meaning he could leave on a free transfer at the end of the season.
Neymar’s contract with Santos runs until the end of 2025, but his future remains uncertain beyond that point. He himself has stated that he plans to return to Europe.
Christian Nørgaard – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
Brentford’s midfield general Christian Nørgaard is nearing the end of his deal, and the club has yet to secure his future.
Kenny Tete – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Fulham’s right-back Kenny Tete will be a free agent this summer unless he signs a new contract soon.
Thomas Partey – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Arsenal and Thomas Partey have yet to reach an agreement on a new deal, putting his future in question.
Lionel Messi – Contract Expires December 31, 2025
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Inter Miami’s star Lionel Messi will be out of contract at the end of 2025, leaving the door open for a possible final move. The contract includes an option to extend for an additional year.
Kyle Walker-Peters – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Southampton’s full-back Kyle Walker-Peters could leave for free this summer unless a contract renewal is secured.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Everton’s striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has yet to extend his deal, making him a potential free transfer target. A fantastic and sharp striker—if he can manage to stay injury-free.
Angel Gomes – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Lille’s attacking midfielder Angel Gomes is set to become a free agent this summer unless a new agreement is reached.
Tyrick Mitchell – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Crystal Palace’s left-back Tyrick Mitchell is in the final year of his contract, leaving his future open.
Manchester City’s midfield maestro Kevin De Bruyne has yet to extend his contract, meaning he could leave for free in 2025. Is De Bruyne playing his final season for Man City?
Leroy Sané – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Bayern Munich’s winger Leroy Sané is approaching the end of his contract, making him a potential high-profile free agent.
Jonathan David – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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LOSC Lille’s striker Jonathan David has yet to renew his contract, leaving him available for a potential free transfer.
Joshua Kimmich – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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Bayern Munich’s versatile midfielder Joshua Kimmich is nearing the end of his deal, with no renewal confirmed yet.
Liverpool’s talisman Mohamed Salah could leave Anfield for free next summer unless a new contract is signed. He has been linked with a move away multiple times, but losing him would be a huge blow for Liverpool. Will he extend his contract, or is this his final season at Anfield?
Trent Alexander-Arnold – Contract Expires June 30, 2025
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The third major Liverpool star who could leave the club in this transfer window is Trent Alexander-Arnold. He has been linked with a move to La Liga multiple times, but will it finally happen now?
