Who are the free agents after the 2026 transfer deadline?
With the summer transfer window closed, a host of high-profile players remain unattached and available to sign for free.
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The 2026 summer transfer window has officially closed, but several high-profile players remain without a club. Since these players are unattached, they remain available to sign for any team as free agents outside of the standard registration windows.
The list of available stars includes experienced names such as Paul Pogba, following his contract termination at Monaco, and Karim Benzema, who parted ways with Al-Hilal. Other notable figures like Jadon Sancho, Dani Carvajal, and David Alaba are also currently seeking new opportunities after leaving their previous clubs.
Defensive legend Sergio Ramos remains on the market as well, having been unattached since his departure from Monterrey. While some players like Riyad Mahrez are reportedly in advanced talks with other clubs, many others are continuing their own training regimes while waiting for the right project.