Ten high-profile footballers, including Mohamed Salah, John Stones, and Jadon Sancho, are now free agents after their contracts expired on June 30, 2026. The list also features David Alaba, Paulo Dybala, and Leon Goretzka, among others.
Mohamed Salah Leaves Liverpool
Mohamed Salah, the headline name, announced earlier this season that he would leave Liverpool. As of Wednesday, July 1, he is no longer a Reds player. Salah's departure marks the end of an era at Anfield, where he scored over 200 goals.
John Stones Departs Manchester City
John Stones has left Manchester City after a decade with the club, during which he won multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League. The defender is now a free agent seeking a new challenge.
Jadon Sancho and Oleksandr Zinchenko Also Free
Jadon Sancho is a free agent after leaving Manchester United following a difficult spell. Oleksandr Zinchenko will leave Arsenal after the Gunners won the Premier League under Mikel Arteta. Both players are expected to attract interest from top clubs.
European Stars Without Clubs
Paulo Dybala, once one of Europe's top strikers, is now without a team. David Alaba's five-year stint at Real Madrid has ended; he is currently at the World Cup with Austria, preparing for a match against Argentina. Mauro Icardi continues his journeyman career as a free agent. Leon Goretzka is no longer at Bayern Munich after Germany's disappointing World Cup exit. Stephan El Shaarawy, now 33, has left Roma after failing to meet early career expectations.
All these players are available on free transfers, presenting opportunities for clubs worldwide.
