27 July 2026
The list of stars that are available on free transfers this current summer transfer window features prominent players who remain without a club as of July 27—just weeks before the new season kicks off and coinciding with the start of European qualifying campaigns for clubs like Portugal's Benfica and the Netherlands' Ajax.
The list of players seeking a suitable new project includes stars, potential bargain signings.
Serbian striker Dušan Vlahović—formerly of Juventus—remains the most notable attacking option available on a free transfer; he is 26 years old and has scored 68 goals in 168 appearances for the Italian side. Vlahović's future remains uncertain, despite Italian press speculation regarding offers from Turkish giants Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş.
The list also includes 34-year-old Mohamed Salah, whose next destination remains undisclosed following his departure from Liverpool (which he joined in 2017), even as his agent downplays reports linking the Egyptian star to a move to Beşiktaş.
Jadon Sancho and John Stones also feature on the list following extremely difficult seasons; Sancho spent the last campaign on loan at Aston Villa, managing only one goal in 29 matches, while Stones lost his starting spot at Manchester City under manager Pep Guardiola due to frequent injuries.
The report highlighted that both players have the potential to prove their worth, given that they are 26 and 32 years old, respectively. Veteran Austrian player David Alaba, 34, is seeking a new challenge after five seasons with Real Madrid. He brings the experience of winning the Champions League four times, alongside an international career that has recently been hampered by frequent injuries.
Solid Signings
Fabinho (32) may no longer be a headline superstar, but he remains a valuable technical asset; having played for Brazil in the World Cup and logged 111 appearances over three seasons with Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad, he is well-positioned to deliver strong performances.
German international Leon Goretzka—one year Fabinho's junior—could also be a powerful midfield addition for any team following his eight-year tenure at Bayern Munich; Italian media have linked him with a potential move to Juventus.
