Top 10 Free Agents Still Available After the Transfer Deadline
The summer transfer window may have slammed shut, but the market isn’t completely dead. Clubs still have the opportunity to sign unattached players, a potentially shrewd way to strengthen squads without breaking the bank. Here are ten of the most intriguing free agents still looking for a new home, from seasoned internationals to comeback hopefuls.
Kurt Zouma – Reputation in Recovery
Kurt Zouma finds himself a free agent following the end of his West Ham contract and a low-key loan stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Orobah. While his off-field controversy continues to overshadow his playing career, there’s still Premier League and La Liga interest — though he reportedly prefers another high-paying move to the Gulf.
Hakim Ziyech – Flair Without a Home
The Moroccan winger parted ways with Al-Duhail after just four months, having struggled with injuries that derailed his post-Chelsea trajectory. Now 32, Ziyech is said to be considering options in La Liga and a return to the Netherlands, though no move materialised before the deadline.
Takehiro Tomiyasu – On the Mend
After an injury-hit stint at Arsenal, Takehiro Tomiyasu left the club early by mutual agreement. The 26-year-old full-back is still recovering from knee surgery and isn’t expected to return to action before the new year — meaning clubs will need to be patient if they’re to snap him up.
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Sergio Reguilon – A Career Drifting
Once a bright prospect at Real Madrid, Sergio Reguilon has struggled to regain momentum after a string of underwhelming loan spells. Now a free agent at 28, the Spanish left-back is training independently and waiting for the right opportunity to revive his stalled career.
Miralem Pjanic – One Final Chapter?
A former Juventus and Barcelona star, Miralem Pjanic has spent the last few years bouncing between Turkey, the UAE, and Russia. Though now 35, the Bosnian playmaker isn’t ready to retire and has attracted interest from MLS side St. Louis City, while also eyeing a possible return to Serie A.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain – A Familiar Face Returns?
Following a turbulent two-year spell in Turkey, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is back on the market after injuries disrupted his time with Besiktas. Now 32, he’s been linked with a Premier League comeback, a move to Birmingham City, and even a return to his boyhood club Southampton.
Rick Karsdorp – A Smart Defensive Option
Known for his fallout with Jose Mourinho at Roma, Rick Karsdorp rebuilt some of his reputation during a one-season contract with PSV. At 30, the Dutch right-back remains a capable, attacking-minded defender who could slot in easily at a mid-table club in need of depth.
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Christian Eriksen – Still Waiting for the Right Fit
After leaving Manchester United this summer, Christian Eriksen surprisingly remains without a club. Despite his pedigree and experience, the Danish playmaker was left out of Denmark’s latest squad and has been linked with clubs as varied as Brentford, Burnley, and even Wrexham — but nothing has stuck yet.
Josh Brownhill – Promotion Hero in Limbo
Arguably the most in-form free agent on the list, Josh Brownhill delivered an outstanding campaign for Burnley with 24 goal contributions. Though he’s had interest from Saudi Arabia, Wolves appear to be leading the chase for the 29-year-old midfielder.
Michail Antonio – Determined to Keep Going
Released by West Ham after recovering from a serious car accident, Michail Antonio is determined to keep playing. He’s already turned out for Jamaica and scored for West Ham’s U21s, and with his eyes firmly set on the 2026 World Cup, he’s holding talks with clubs both in England and abroad.
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