CLUBS are assessing their options in the market after the January transfer window officially opened.
But it also means players who are out of contract next summer can also see free transfers as soon as TODAY.
Man Utd’s Anthony Martial and Raphael Varane are just two stars out of contract this summerGetty
And an incredible team of deal-dwindling Premier League stars would certainly be able to fight for a place in Europe.
Clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool all have aces potentially heading for the exits.
But their pedigree cannot be underestimated, with a combined starting XI boasting a mind-boggling 129 trophies between them.
In goal and heading for the exit at Newcastle this summer is Loris Karius.
The former Liverpool man, 30, has played just once since joining Toon 18 months ago.
And he could be a decent option for several top-flight sides.
At right-back is Arsenal’s Cedric Soares, 32.
Having joined from Southampton four years ago, he is yet to appear in the Premier League this season.
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Thiago Alcantara’s injury-plagued time at Liverpool looks upGetty
But after an impressive display at Fulham last term, some sides could be willing to gamble on his fitness.
The other side of defence is guarded by Bournemouth ace Lloyd Kelly.
Despite only turning 25 in October, the Cherries have not handed him a new deal.
And the versatile left-footer is a reported target for Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan.
As for the heart of defence, Chelsea icon Thiago Silva could be set to finally depart Stamford Bridge.
The 39-year-old has been tipped for a return to Brazil despite continuing to impress for the Blues.
And with Todd Boehly planning on more young signings, Silva’s four-season spell could be coming to an end.
The other centre-back position goes to Raphael Varane.
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The Manchester United man, 30, will not be having his £350,000-a-week contract option triggered by the club.
And with Saudi clubs lurking, Varane may not even stick around in Europe once he becomes a freebie.
As for midfield, there are three very experienced aces ready to lend their expertise elsewhere.
Arsenal duo Mo Elneny, 31, and Jorginho, 32, both look set to leave the Emirates.
Elneny is reportedly set for an escape route to Turkish side Trabzonspor.
While Jorginho is likely to seek a return to Italy after winning plenty of trophies in England with Arsenal’s London rivals Chelsea.
The third midfield position belongs to Thiago Alcantara, who is yet to play for Liverpool this season.
The 32-year-old’s injury setbacks are unlikely to result in him winning a new contract.
But having once been the best No6 in world football at previous club Bayern Munich, the offers are sure to come flooding in.
Finally, the front three are sure to provide plenty of goals and assists wherever they end up.
Fulham star Willian, 35, has been in sublime form for the Cottagers yet again.
The Brazilian has made it clear he does not want to return home after a bad spell with Corinthians in 2022.
And he could still do a job for plenty of sides looking to climb the table.
On the other wing is Danny Welbeck, who has enjoyed a career resurgence at Brighton.
The 33-year-old’s versatility makes him an ideal squad player for most teams.
And he brings plenty of handy experience too after fighting at the top with former clubs Man United and Arsenal.
Meanwhile, the striker’s position goes to Red Devils man Anthony Martial.
He only turned 28 last month but has failed to live up to billing at Old Trafford.
Even so, his quality is undoubted when fit and in the mood, and he could save teams a big fee by grabbing their goals next term.
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