Premier League Players Out of Contract in Summer 2026: Full Club-by-Club Guide

As the 2025/26 Premier League season enters its final weeks, a significant number of senior players face uncertain futures, with their contracts set to expire on 30 June 2026. While some have already confirmed their departures, others remain in negotiations or could trigger extension options. Below is a detailed, position-by-position overview for each club, based on the latest available information.

Arsenal

Only one senior player is out of contract: Karl Hein (Goalkeeper, 24) – Limited to a single League Cup appearance in 2022; has spent recent seasons on loan.

Aston Villa

Unai Emery faces no immediate contract concerns among his first-team squad. Ross Barkley signed a three-year deal upon joining from Luton Town in 2024.

Bournemouth

Marcos Senesi (Centre-back, 28): A near-ever-present starter this season and an Argentina international. He has rejected multiple contract offers from the club, with reported interest from Juventus and several Premier League sides.

Fraser Forster (Goalkeeper, 38): Signed on a short-term deal in January; currently third-choice.

Brentford

The club holds one-year extension options on three key players: Rico Henry (Left-back, 28)

Mathias Jensen (Midfielder, 30)

Josh Dasilva (Midfielder, 27)

Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton could lose considerable experience: James Milner (Midfielder, 40):

The Premier League’s all-time leading appearance maker; remains influential but is undecided about his future.

Adam Webster (Centre-back, 31): Recovering from a serious ACL injury; has expressed a desire to stay.

Joel Veltman (Defender, 34)

Solly March (Winger, 31): Hampered by recurring knee injuries.

Lewis Dunk (Centre-back, 34): Has already triggered a one-year contract extension.

Burnley

With relegation looming, several experienced players are set to become free agents: Martin Dubravka (Goalkeeper, 37) – Has started every league match.

Axel Tuanzebe (Defender, 28) – DR Congo international.

Ashley Barnes (Forward, 36)

Vaclav Hladky (Goalkeeper, 35)

Josh Laurent (Midfielder, 30) – Club holds a one-year extension option.

Chelsea

No senior first-team players are out of contract, reflecting the club’s strategy of securing long-term agreements.

Crystal Palace

Daichi Kamada (Midfielder, 29) – Regular starter and Japan international.

Jefferson Lerma (Midfielder, 31) – Club holds a one-year extension option.

Nathaniel Clyne (Right-back, 35)

Everton

Idrissa Gueye (Midfielder, 36) – Club holds a 12-month extension option; has shown strong recent form.

Vitalii Mykolenko (Left-back, 26) – Club holds a one-year extension option.

Michael Keane (Centre-back, 33)

Seamus Coleman (Right-back, 37) – Club captain with limited appearances this season.

Tyler Onyango (Midfielder, 23) – Likely to depart following loan spell.

Fulham

Harry Wilson (Attacking midfielder/Winger, 29): One of the season’s standout performers with 10 goals and 6 assists; attracting significant interest.

Raul Jimenez (Forward, 34) – Nine goals this season; preparing for the World Cup with Mexico.

Ryan Sessegnon (Left-back, 25) – Manager holds a one-year extension option.

Leeds United

Karl Darlow (Goalkeeper, 35) – Current first-choice.

Illan Meslier (Goalkeeper, 26)

Alex Cairns (Goalkeeper, 33)

Sam Byram (Right-back, 32)

LiverpoolI

brahima Konaté (Centre-back, 26): France international; new contract discussions described as “close”.

Andy Robertson (Left-back, 32): Confirmed departure; Tottenham Hotspur are in advanced talks.

Rhys Williams (Defender, 25)

Freddie Woodman (Goalkeeper, 29)

Manchester City

Bernardo Silva (Midfielder, 31): Club captain and serial winner of 18 major trophies in nine seasons; has confirmed he will leave as a free agent.

John Stones (Centre-back, 31): Six-time Premier League champion; limited appearances this season due to injury and squad depth.

Manchester United

Casemiro (Midfielder, 34): Departure confirmed.

Tyrell Malacia (Left-back, 26)

Jadon Sancho (Winger, 26) – One-year option unlikely to be exercised.

Tom Heaton (Goalkeeper, 40)

Dan Gore (Midfielder, 21)

Newcastle United

Kieran Trippier (Right-back, 35): Departure confirmed after four successful years.

Fabian Schär (Centre-back, 34)

Emil Krafth (Defender, 31)

Matt Targett (Left-back, 30)

Backup goalkeepers Mark Gillespie (34) and John Ruddy (39).

Nottingham Forest

Stefan Ortega (Goalkeeper, 33) – Short-term deal signed in January.

Angus Gunn (Goalkeeper, 30)

Willy Boly (Centre-back, 35)

Sunderland

Bertrand Traoré (Winger, 30) – Club holds extension option.

Dennis Cirkin (Left-back, 24)

Dan Neil (Midfielder, 24) – Departure confirmed.

Simon Moore (Goalkeeper, 35)

Niall Huggins (Right-back, 25)

Tottenham Hotspur

Yves Bissouma (Midfielder, 29)

Ben Davies (Left-back, 32) – Longest-serving player; recovering from ankle injury.

West Ham United

Adama Traoré (Winger, 30) – Club holds extension option on short-term deal.

Callum Wilson (Forward, 34)

Łukasz Fabiański (Goalkeeper, 41)

Wolverhampton Wanderers

Matt Doherty (Right-back, 34): Vast experience across two spells at the club.

Notable high-profile free agents include Bernardo Silva, John Stones, Andy Robertson, Casemiro, Kieran Trippier, Harry Wilson, Marcos Senesi and James Milner. Several situations remain fluid, with clubs able to negotiate pre-contract agreements and extension options still available in many cases.Would you like a condensed shortlist of the most valuable potential free agents or further details on any specific player or club?

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