Modern football has seen some incredible free-agent signings. At the top of the list is Real Madrid’s “steal” of Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain, Lionel Messi’s move from Barcelona to PSG, and Robert Lewandowski’s transfer from Borussia Dortmund to Bayern without a fee. Not to mention Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s switch from PSG to Manchester United and Paul Pogba’s return to Juventus from United. Regardless of their later performances, these moves remain some of the most remarkable in recent football history.In recent months, especially in recent days, the spotlight has been on Trent Alexander-Arnold and his likely transfer from Liverpool to Real Madrid, with only the final handshake and signature on a long-term contract remaining. This raises further questions about Liverpool’s hesitation and the looming danger of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk also departing.Liverpool fans to Arne Slot: “Don’t let him play anymore!”Expanding beyond Liverpool and the Premier League, there are several other big names across Europe’s top five leagues whose contracts expire in just three months. According to football regulations, once a player enters the final six months of their contract, they are free to negotiate with any club without requiring approval from their current team—and they can even sign a pre-contract agreement.While top-tier free agents have occasionally appeared in recent years, the current pool of expiring contracts is richer than ever. In fact, we’ve put together a starting XI in a 4-2-3-1 formation, valued at a staggering 404 million euros according to Transfermarkt. That means an average of nearly 37 millions per player. The highest-valued player is Trent Alexander-Arnold (75 million euros), while the lowest is PSV goalkeeper Walter Benitez (12 millions).Not only they were put to sword by PSG, but Saints could steal Reds’ captain too (VIDEO)Starting XI (4-2-3-1):Goalkeeper: Walter Benitez (PSV, 12 milions)Defense: Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool, 75 milions), Jonathan Tah (Bayer Leverkusen, 30 milions), Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool, 28 milions), Tyrick Mitchell (Crystal Palace, 25 milions)Midfield: Frank Zambo Anguissa (Napoli, 27 milions), Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City, 27 milions), Angel Gomes (Lille, 20 milions), Thomas Partey (Arsenal, 15 milions)Attack: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool, 55 milions), Jonathan David (Lille, 45 milions), Leroy Sane (Bayern, 45 milions)Several other high-profile players also have contracts expiring on June 30, 2025, but didn’t make this starting lineup. The most valuable among them is PSV center-back Olivier Boscagli (27). Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin (20 milions) is another notable name.Salah: ‘It’s my last year in the club’Then, there are the absolute “bombshells” on this list: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Neymar, whose contracts with Inter Miami, Santos, and Al Nassr are nearing their end. However, Messi’s deal runs until December 31, 2025, while Neymar recently signed a six-month contract with Santos.Someone should start a petition for Eric Dier’s contract extension. pic.twitter.com/hgIi8IYNIw— Bayern & Football (@MunichFanpage) February 28, 2025 Other players set to become free agents soon include Kyle Walker-Peters (Southampton), Mario Pasalic (Atalanta), Alex Meret (Napoli), Callum Wilson (Newcastle), Sead Kolasinac (Atalanta), Reinildo Mandava (Atletico Madrid), Eric Dier (Bayern Munich), Jorginho (Jorginho) and Alexandre Lacazette (Lyon).With so many top talents available, the upcoming transfer window could be one of the most exciting in recent history!##NAJAVA_MECA_8812463##
