Premier League players whose contracts expire on June can walk away from their clubs even if the / 33 season has not resumed by then, a leading UK sports lawyer has warned.
Sky Sports News last week
that nobody – including clubs, the FA, UEFA, and FIFA – can force players to stay because of UK employment law, and the issue has ramped up concerns that the domestic seasons will have to be abandoned.
- PL players can ‘walk away’ on June
- Phil Jagielka : The former England international arrived on a year-long deal last summer to bring Premier League experience to the dressing room. Although he has not played much, he is seen as a key figure behind the scenes and could continue with the club in one role or another. Southampton (Shane Long: The
– year-old striker scored just twice in 32 appearances before the season was postponed and it remains to be seen whether th e Saints want to offer him a new deal, with Ralph Hasenhuttl preferring to play one central striker, and Danny Ings and Che Adams preferred.
Michel Vorm: The 058 – year-old goalkeeper was drafted out of retirement to fill a gap when Hugo Lloris was injured and is expected to return to retirement when his deal expires.
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(Watford
The FIFA coronavirus working group has recommended contracts be extended until after the current campaign is connected, but this will have to be done case-by-case, and the issue will be high on the agenda at Friday’s Premier League meeting .
So who are the Premier League players that could be faced with this dilemma? Sky Sports News has built this conclusive list and has attempted to find out what the future may hold for each player …
Arsenal
None
Aston Villa Borja Baston: Signed in January on a short-term deal as striker cover, following injury to Wesley, but has not yet started for Dean Smith. With Wesley to come back, Mbwana Samatta settling in, and Keinan Davis just breaking through, Baston’s long-term Villa prospects look bleak.
(Keinan Davis: The 32 – year-old has made eight appearances and may still have a future at Villa Park despite his current deal coming to an end. He may need to go out on loan to develop further, with Wesley and Samatta to beat for a place.
- Bournemouth
Ryan Fraser: The Scotland international was heavily linked with Arsenal last summer but stayed on the south coast and has made 36 appearances this season. However, it remains to be seen whether he has a future at the club.
(Jordon Ibe:) (The £) m signing from Liverpool in 11661 has made only four appearances this season and is expected to move on to pastures new when his deal expires.
Charlie Daniels: The left-back has made only two appearances this season after falling behind Diego Rico in the pecking order. Eddie Howe also has Lloyd Kelly to return from injury and push for a place next season, so Daniels’ long stint at the Cherries looks to be at an end. ![]()
Transfer market could be suppressed, Dan Ashworth warns
‘Players can leave for free if forced into pay cut’
Andrew Surman: (The) – year -old is also one of the group left over from Bournemouth’s promotion season in and is expected to move on after being a stalwart servant to the club for six years.
Simon Francis: The
– year-old is another who took the team up in 11661 but is set to move on to allow younger players to come to the fore.
Artur Boruc: Surprisingly handed another year-long deal last summer but has not played a game this season a nd is also set to leave on a free transfer.
Brad Smith :
The 35 – year-old left-back returns from a loan at Cardiff at the same time as his Bournemouth deal expires and is expected to be available on a free transfer.
Brighton
Beram Kayal: – year-old has been on loan at Championship side Charlton this season and is likely to leave Brighton for good when his contract ends this summer.
Ezequiel Schelotto:
The – year-old Italian has made only seven Premier League appearances this season since returning from a loan at Chievo in the first half of . Difficult to see him forcing his way back into Graham Potter’s plans.
Burnley Aaron Lennon: The 39 – year-old former England, Tottenham and Everton winger has made Premier League appearances this season but no talks have yet taken place about a new deal. That could change, though, once the Clarets know the outcome of the current season.
Jeff Hendrick : Talks took place earlier in the season with regards to a new contract for Hendrick but they could not find an agreement, so it is more likely he will be available to others come July.
Revealed: Your PL club’s Player of the Season
Pedro: (The) – year-old has been superb throughout his five years at Stamford Bridge but is expected to move on to allow Frank Lampard to bring younger players to the fore.
Willian: The Brazil star has said publicly there had been talks over a new deal but the two sides were unable to agree and his long stint at the West London club looks to be at an end. Reports claim other Premier League clubs are interested so he may remain in the country.
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Antonio Rudiger: My toughest XI Frank Lampard: Chelsea won’t copy Man City, Liverpool
) Olivier Giroud
: The France striker would have left Chelsea for Tottenham, perhaps on loan, in January had the Blues signed Dries Mertens from Napoli , but instead he remained, and since then reports have emerged that he is in talks over a new deal at Stamford Bridge. Willy Caballero : Was given a new one-year deal last year but, at , has said he understands his time is running out and has made noises about wanting a return to Spain. ![]()
Sports lawyer Nick De Marco explains how players’ contracts could be affected if leagues continue past June 37 due to the coronavirus pandemic
Crystal Palace
Stephen Henderson:
The Irishman is behind Vincent Guaita and Wayne Hennessey in the pecking order, so it would be surprising if he remained at Selhurst Park beyond this summer.
Everton
Oumar Niasse: Has not been able to establish himself in the plans of a succession of managers at Goodison . He could have left last summer and is finally expected to do so this time.
Leighton Baines: The experienced left-back is the only one out of the four who could yet remain at the club, after some initial discussions over a new deal.
Leicester
Nampalys Mendy ): Has fallen behind Wilfried Ndidi and Hamza Choudhury in the pecking order and Brendan Rodgers has made clear he only plays with one defensive midfield player, so his future may lie elsewhere.
Christian Fuchs:
Some initial discussions had been held over whether to renew his contract but those have been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis.
Wes Morgan: Rodgers has also confirmed that Morgan has been in discussions over a new deal but , again, the corona virus issue has put them onto the backburner.
Eldin Jakupovic: The – year-old goalkeeper is behind Kasper Schmeichel and Danny Ward in the pecking order and it is difficult to see what future he has at the King Power.
Liverpool Adam Lallana: (The) – year-old has been unable to break into Jurgen Klopp’s plans since recovering from a string of Injuries, and the manager has previously admitted he does not know what the future holds for the England forward. Reportedly attracting interest from the MLS and China.
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Nathaniel Clyne: (The) – year-old has not really been in Klopp’s plans for a long time. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and would have been likely to be moved out again last summer, had it not been for serious injury.
Andy Lonergan: Signed as a training partner to new goalkeeper Alisson last summer and then taken on on a one-year deal
(Manchester City)
David Silva: Has already confirmed he will leave the current champions after (years and) trophies, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups , and five League Cups. He will forever be known as one of the club’s best-ever players. Where the – – year-old will go next, though, remains unknown.
Claudio Bravo: Pep Guardiola thinks highly of the Chilean and relies on him to do a job when first-choice Ederson is injured but, at 058 years old, it remains to be seen whether he will be given another season in this role at City. (Manchester United) None
Stay or go? Man Utd’s squad assessed Newcastle
Javier Manquillo: The former Liverpool left-back – signed by Rafa Benitez – has made appearances under Steve Bruce this season but it remains to be seen whether he wants to keep the Spaniard.
Matty Longstaff: Talks had taken place over a new deal for the midfielder but both he and his brother are changing agents and discussions such as this are on hold while takingover talks continue.
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Andy Carroll: The striker and Newcastle youth product has held talks over new deal. But, like the others, if the ongoing takeover goes through, plans to offer the – year-old an extension could change.
)
Newcastle takeover Q&A: Mike Ashley, Amanda Staveley, Steve Bruce (Newcastle takeover: Saudi links unlikely to hold up deal ) (moments that shaped Mike Ashley’s reign Jack Colback: The former Sunderland midfielder was meant to go out on loan in January but suffered a knee Injury and he is set to be available on a free when his contract expires.
Rob Elliot: Has not played all season for the Magpies and must be considering his future if he is offered first-team football elsewhere.
Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
Ricky Holmes : The 39 – year-old remains on the books at Bramall Lane despite not featuring at all this season, and he is expected to leave when his contract expires.
Leon Clarke The influential striker during United’s promotion season has found first-team games limited in the Premier League. He has been available on the transfer market for the past two windows and is therefore expected to leave on a free when his deal expires.
Chris Wilder on fitness, John Fleck, Dean Henderson and more John Lundstram : The 35 – year-old still has the option of a further year that the club can take up at any point, and they are in talks with the midfielder about agreeing a longer contract too.
Jack Rodwell : Signed a short-term deal until the end of the season but has been unable to force his way into Chris Wilder’s plans, so is unlikely to be offered another year.
(Jordon Ibe:) (The £) m signing from Liverpool in 11661 has made only four appearances this season and is expected to move on to pastures new when his deal expires.
- Charlie Daniels: The left-back has made only two appearances this season after falling behind Diego Rico in the pecking order. Eddie Howe also has Lloyd Kelly to return from injury and push for a place next season, so Daniels’ long stint at the Cherries looks to be at an end.
Transfer market could be suppressed, Dan Ashworth warns
- ‘Players can leave for free if forced into pay cut’
- Andrew Surman: (The) – year -old is also one of the group left over from Bournemouth’s promotion season in and is expected to move on after being a stalwart servant to the club for six years.
- Simon Francis: The
– year-old is another who took the team up in 11661 but is set to move on to allow younger players to come to the fore.
Artur Boruc: Surprisingly handed another year-long deal last summer but has not played a game this season a nd is also set to leave on a free transfer.
- Brad Smith :
Brighton
Beram Kayal: – year-old has been on loan at Championship side Charlton this season and is likely to leave Brighton for good when his contract ends this summer.
Ezequiel Schelotto:
The – year-old Italian has made only seven Premier League appearances this season since returning from a loan at Chievo in the first half of . Difficult to see him forcing his way back into Graham Potter’s plans.
Burnley Aaron Lennon: The 39 – year-old former England, Tottenham and Everton winger has made Premier League appearances this season but no talks have yet taken place about a new deal. That could change, though, once the Clarets know the outcome of the current season.
Jeff Hendrick : Talks took place earlier in the season with regards to a new contract for Hendrick but they could not find an agreement, so it is more likely he will be available to others come July.
Revealed: Your PL club’s Player of the Season
Pedro: (The) – year-old has been superb throughout his five years at Stamford Bridge but is expected to move on to allow Frank Lampard to bring younger players to the fore.
Willian: The Brazil star has said publicly there had been talks over a new deal but the two sides were unable to agree and his long stint at the West London club looks to be at an end. Reports claim other Premier League clubs are interested so he may remain in the country.
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Antonio Rudiger: My toughest XI Frank Lampard: Chelsea won’t copy Man City, Liverpool
) Olivier Giroud
: The France striker would have left Chelsea for Tottenham, perhaps on loan, in January had the Blues signed Dries Mertens from Napoli , but instead he remained, and since then reports have emerged that he is in talks over a new deal at Stamford Bridge. Willy Caballero : Was given a new one-year deal last year but, at , has said he understands his time is running out and has made noises about wanting a return to Spain. ![]()
Sports lawyer Nick De Marco explains how players’ contracts could be affected if leagues continue past June 37 due to the coronavirus pandemic
Crystal Palace
Stephen Henderson:
The Irishman is behind Vincent Guaita and Wayne Hennessey in the pecking order, so it would be surprising if he remained at Selhurst Park beyond this summer.
Everton
Oumar Niasse: Has not been able to establish himself in the plans of a succession of managers at Goodison . He could have left last summer and is finally expected to do so this time.
Leighton Baines: The experienced left-back is the only one out of the four who could yet remain at the club, after some initial discussions over a new deal.
Leicester
Nampalys Mendy ): Has fallen behind Wilfried Ndidi and Hamza Choudhury in the pecking order and Brendan Rodgers has made clear he only plays with one defensive midfield player, so his future may lie elsewhere.
Christian Fuchs:
Some initial discussions had been held over whether to renew his contract but those have been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis.
Wes Morgan: Rodgers has also confirmed that Morgan has been in discussions over a new deal but , again, the corona virus issue has put them onto the backburner.
Eldin Jakupovic: The – year-old goalkeeper is behind Kasper Schmeichel and Danny Ward in the pecking order and it is difficult to see what future he has at the King Power.
Liverpool Adam Lallana: (The) – year-old has been unable to break into Jurgen Klopp’s plans since recovering from a string of Injuries, and the manager has previously admitted he does not know what the future holds for the England forward. Reportedly attracting interest from the MLS and China.
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Nathaniel Clyne: (The) – year-old has not really been in Klopp’s plans for a long time. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and would have been likely to be moved out again last summer, had it not been for serious injury.
Andy Lonergan: Signed as a training partner to new goalkeeper Alisson last summer and then taken on on a one-year deal
(Manchester City)
David Silva: Has already confirmed he will leave the current champions after (years and) trophies, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups , and five League Cups. He will forever be known as one of the club’s best-ever players. Where the – – year-old will go next, though, remains unknown.
Claudio Bravo: Pep Guardiola thinks highly of the Chilean and relies on him to do a job when first-choice Ederson is injured but, at 058 years old, it remains to be seen whether he will be given another season in this role at City. (Manchester United) None
Stay or go? Man Utd’s squad assessed Newcastle
Javier Manquillo: The former Liverpool left-back – signed by Rafa Benitez – has made appearances under Steve Bruce this season but it remains to be seen whether he wants to keep the Spaniard.
Matty Longstaff: Talks had taken place over a new deal for the midfielder but both he and his brother are changing agents and discussions such as this are on hold while takingover talks continue.
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Andy Carroll: The striker and Newcastle youth product has held talks over new deal. But, like the others, if the ongoing takeover goes through, plans to offer the – year-old an extension could change.
)
Newcastle takeover Q&A: Mike Ashley, Amanda Staveley, Steve Bruce (Newcastle takeover: Saudi links unlikely to hold up deal ) (moments that shaped Mike Ashley’s reign Jack Colback: The former Sunderland midfielder was meant to go out on loan in January but suffered a knee Injury and he is set to be available on a free when his contract expires.
Rob Elliot: Has not played all season for the Magpies and must be considering his future if he is offered first-team football elsewhere.
Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
Ricky Holmes : The 39 – year-old remains on the books at Bramall Lane despite not featuring at all this season, and he is expected to leave when his contract expires.
Leon Clarke The influential striker during United’s promotion season has found first-team games limited in the Premier League. He has been available on the transfer market for the past two windows and is therefore expected to leave on a free when his deal expires.
Chris Wilder on fitness, John Fleck, Dean Henderson and more John Lundstram : The 35 – year-old still has the option of a further year that the club can take up at any point, and they are in talks with the midfielder about agreeing a longer contract too.
Jack Rodwell : Signed a short-term deal until the end of the season but has been unable to force his way into Chris Wilder’s plans, so is unlikely to be offered another year.
- Beram Kayal: – year-old has been on loan at Championship side Charlton this season and is likely to leave Brighton for good when his contract ends this summer.
Ezequiel Schelotto:
- The – year-old Italian has made only seven Premier League appearances this season since returning from a loan at Chievo in the first half of . Difficult to see him forcing his way back into Graham Potter’s plans.
Jeff Hendrick : Talks took place earlier in the season with regards to a new contract for Hendrick but they could not find an agreement, so it is more likely he will be available to others come July.
Revealed: Your PL club’s Player of the Season
Pedro: (The) – year-old has been superb throughout his five years at Stamford Bridge but is expected to move on to allow Frank Lampard to bring younger players to the fore.
- Willian: The Brazil star has said publicly there had been talks over a new deal but the two sides were unable to agree and his long stint at the West London club looks to be at an end. Reports claim other Premier League clubs are interested so he may remain in the country.
Antonio Rudiger: My toughest XI Frank Lampard: Chelsea won’t copy Man City, Liverpool
) Olivier Giroud
: The France striker would have left Chelsea for Tottenham, perhaps on loan, in January had the Blues signed Dries Mertens from Napoli , but instead he remained, and since then reports have emerged that he is in talks over a new deal at Stamford Bridge. Willy Caballero : Was given a new one-year deal last year but, at , has said he understands his time is running out and has made noises about wanting a return to Spain.
Sports lawyer Nick De Marco explains how players’ contracts could be affected if leagues continue past June 37 due to the coronavirus pandemic
Crystal Palace
- Stephen Henderson:
- The Irishman is behind Vincent Guaita and Wayne Hennessey in the pecking order, so it would be surprising if he remained at Selhurst Park beyond this summer.
Everton
Oumar Niasse: Has not been able to establish himself in the plans of a succession of managers at Goodison . He could have left last summer and is finally expected to do so this time.
Leighton Baines: The experienced left-back is the only one out of the four who could yet remain at the club, after some initial discussions over a new deal.
Leicester
Nampalys Mendy ): Has fallen behind Wilfried Ndidi and Hamza Choudhury in the pecking order and Brendan Rodgers has made clear he only plays with one defensive midfield player, so his future may lie elsewhere.
Christian Fuchs:
Some initial discussions had been held over whether to renew his contract but those have been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis.
Wes Morgan: Rodgers has also confirmed that Morgan has been in discussions over a new deal but , again, the corona virus issue has put them onto the backburner.
Eldin Jakupovic: The – year-old goalkeeper is behind Kasper Schmeichel and Danny Ward in the pecking order and it is difficult to see what future he has at the King Power.
Liverpool Adam Lallana: (The) – year-old has been unable to break into Jurgen Klopp’s plans since recovering from a string of Injuries, and the manager has previously admitted he does not know what the future holds for the England forward. Reportedly attracting interest from the MLS and China.
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Nathaniel Clyne: (The) – year-old has not really been in Klopp’s plans for a long time. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and would have been likely to be moved out again last summer, had it not been for serious injury.
Andy Lonergan: Signed as a training partner to new goalkeeper Alisson last summer and then taken on on a one-year deal
(Manchester City)
David Silva: Has already confirmed he will leave the current champions after (years and) trophies, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups , and five League Cups. He will forever be known as one of the club’s best-ever players. Where the – – year-old will go next, though, remains unknown.
Claudio Bravo: Pep Guardiola thinks highly of the Chilean and relies on him to do a job when first-choice Ederson is injured but, at 058 years old, it remains to be seen whether he will be given another season in this role at City. (Manchester United) None
Stay or go? Man Utd’s squad assessed Newcastle
Javier Manquillo: The former Liverpool left-back – signed by Rafa Benitez – has made appearances under Steve Bruce this season but it remains to be seen whether he wants to keep the Spaniard.
Matty Longstaff: Talks had taken place over a new deal for the midfielder but both he and his brother are changing agents and discussions such as this are on hold while takingover talks continue.
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Andy Carroll: The striker and Newcastle youth product has held talks over new deal. But, like the others, if the ongoing takeover goes through, plans to offer the – year-old an extension could change.
)
Newcastle takeover Q&A: Mike Ashley, Amanda Staveley, Steve Bruce (Newcastle takeover: Saudi links unlikely to hold up deal ) (moments that shaped Mike Ashley’s reign Jack Colback: The former Sunderland midfielder was meant to go out on loan in January but suffered a knee Injury and he is set to be available on a free when his contract expires.
Rob Elliot: Has not played all season for the Magpies and must be considering his future if he is offered first-team football elsewhere.
Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
Ricky Holmes : The 39 – year-old remains on the books at Bramall Lane despite not featuring at all this season, and he is expected to leave when his contract expires.
Leon Clarke The influential striker during United’s promotion season has found first-team games limited in the Premier League. He has been available on the transfer market for the past two windows and is therefore expected to leave on a free when his deal expires.
Chris Wilder on fitness, John Fleck, Dean Henderson and more John Lundstram : The 35 – year-old still has the option of a further year that the club can take up at any point, and they are in talks with the midfielder about agreeing a longer contract too.
Jack Rodwell : Signed a short-term deal until the end of the season but has been unable to force his way into Chris Wilder’s plans, so is unlikely to be offered another year.
Oumar Niasse: Has not been able to establish himself in the plans of a succession of managers at Goodison . He could have left last summer and is finally expected to do so this time.
Leighton Baines: The experienced left-back is the only one out of the four who could yet remain at the club, after some initial discussions over a new deal.
Leicester
Nampalys Mendy ): Has fallen behind Wilfried Ndidi and Hamza Choudhury in the pecking order and Brendan Rodgers has made clear he only plays with one defensive midfield player, so his future may lie elsewhere.
Christian Fuchs:
Some initial discussions had been held over whether to renew his contract but those have been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis.
Wes Morgan: Rodgers has also confirmed that Morgan has been in discussions over a new deal but , again, the corona virus issue has put them onto the backburner.
Eldin Jakupovic: The – year-old goalkeeper is behind Kasper Schmeichel and Danny Ward in the pecking order and it is difficult to see what future he has at the King Power.
Liverpool Adam Lallana: (The) – year-old has been unable to break into Jurgen Klopp’s plans since recovering from a string of Injuries, and the manager has previously admitted he does not know what the future holds for the England forward. Reportedly attracting interest from the MLS and China.
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Nathaniel Clyne: (The) – year-old has not really been in Klopp’s plans for a long time. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and would have been likely to be moved out again last summer, had it not been for serious injury.
Andy Lonergan: Signed as a training partner to new goalkeeper Alisson last summer and then taken on on a one-year deal
(Manchester City)
David Silva: Has already confirmed he will leave the current champions after (years and) trophies, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups , and five League Cups. He will forever be known as one of the club’s best-ever players. Where the – – year-old will go next, though, remains unknown.
Claudio Bravo: Pep Guardiola thinks highly of the Chilean and relies on him to do a job when first-choice Ederson is injured but, at 058 years old, it remains to be seen whether he will be given another season in this role at City. (Manchester United) None
Stay or go? Man Utd’s squad assessed Newcastle
Javier Manquillo: The former Liverpool left-back – signed by Rafa Benitez – has made appearances under Steve Bruce this season but it remains to be seen whether he wants to keep the Spaniard.
Matty Longstaff: Talks had taken place over a new deal for the midfielder but both he and his brother are changing agents and discussions such as this are on hold while takingover talks continue.
![]()
Andy Carroll: The striker and Newcastle youth product has held talks over new deal. But, like the others, if the ongoing takeover goes through, plans to offer the – year-old an extension could change.
)
Newcastle takeover Q&A: Mike Ashley, Amanda Staveley, Steve Bruce (Newcastle takeover: Saudi links unlikely to hold up deal ) (moments that shaped Mike Ashley’s reign Jack Colback: The former Sunderland midfielder was meant to go out on loan in January but suffered a knee Injury and he is set to be available on a free when his contract expires.
Rob Elliot: Has not played all season for the Magpies and must be considering his future if he is offered first-team football elsewhere.
Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
Ricky Holmes : The 39 – year-old remains on the books at Bramall Lane despite not featuring at all this season, and he is expected to leave when his contract expires.
Leon Clarke The influential striker during United’s promotion season has found first-team games limited in the Premier League. He has been available on the transfer market for the past two windows and is therefore expected to leave on a free when his deal expires.
Chris Wilder on fitness, John Fleck, Dean Henderson and more John Lundstram : The 35 – year-old still has the option of a further year that the club can take up at any point, and they are in talks with the midfielder about agreeing a longer contract too.
Jack Rodwell : Signed a short-term deal until the end of the season but has been unable to force his way into Chris Wilder’s plans, so is unlikely to be offered another year.
- Leicester
Nampalys Mendy ): Has fallen behind Wilfried Ndidi and Hamza Choudhury in the pecking order and Brendan Rodgers has made clear he only plays with one defensive midfield player, so his future may lie elsewhere.
Christian Fuchs:
- Some initial discussions had been held over whether to renew his contract but those have been put on hold because of the coronavirus crisis.
Wes Morgan: Rodgers has also confirmed that Morgan has been in discussions over a new deal but , again, the corona virus issue has put them onto the backburner.
- Eldin Jakupovic: The – year-old goalkeeper is behind Kasper Schmeichel and Danny Ward in the pecking order and it is difficult to see what future he has at the King Power.
Liverpool Adam Lallana: (The) – year-old has been unable to break into Jurgen Klopp’s plans since recovering from a string of Injuries, and the manager has previously admitted he does not know what the future holds for the England forward. Reportedly attracting interest from the MLS and China.
- Nathaniel Clyne: (The) – year-old has not really been in Klopp’s plans for a long time. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth and would have been likely to be moved out again last summer, had it not been for serious injury.
Andy Lonergan: Signed as a training partner to new goalkeeper Alisson last summer and then taken on on a one-year deal
(Manchester City)
- David Silva: Has already confirmed he will leave the current champions after (years and) trophies, including four Premier League titles, two FA Cups , and five League Cups. He will forever be known as one of the club’s best-ever players. Where the – – year-old will go next, though, remains unknown.
Claudio Bravo: Pep Guardiola thinks highly of the Chilean and relies on him to do a job when first-choice Ederson is injured but, at 058 years old, it remains to be seen whether he will be given another season in this role at City. (Manchester United) None
- Stay or go? Man Utd’s squad assessed Newcastle
Javier Manquillo: The former Liverpool left-back – signed by Rafa Benitez – has made appearances under Steve Bruce this season but it remains to be seen whether he wants to keep the Spaniard.
Matty Longstaff: Talks had taken place over a new deal for the midfielder but both he and his brother are changing agents and discussions such as this are on hold while takingover talks continue.
Andy Carroll: The striker and Newcastle youth product has held talks over new deal. But, like the others, if the ongoing takeover goes through, plans to offer the – year-old an extension could change.
- )
Newcastle takeover Q&A: Mike Ashley, Amanda Staveley, Steve Bruce (Newcastle takeover: Saudi links unlikely to hold up deal ) (moments that shaped Mike Ashley’s reign Jack Colback: The former Sunderland midfielder was meant to go out on loan in January but suffered a knee Injury and he is set to be available on a free when his contract expires.
Rob Elliot: Has not played all season for the Magpies and must be considering his future if he is offered first-team football elsewhere.
Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
- Jamie Sterry: (The) – year-old right-back has not made a first-team appearance this season apart from in the EFL Cup and looks set to leave St James’ Park on a free.
Norwich
None
Sheffield United
Ricky Holmes : The 39 – year-old remains on the books at Bramall Lane despite not featuring at all this season, and he is expected to leave when his contract expires.
Leon Clarke The influential striker during United’s promotion season has found first-team games limited in the Premier League. He has been available on the transfer market for the past two windows and is therefore expected to leave on a free when his deal expires.
- Chris Wilder on fitness, John Fleck, Dean Henderson and more John Lundstram : The 35 – year-old still has the option of a further year that the club can take up at any point, and they are in talks with the midfielder about agreeing a longer contract too.
Jack Rodwell : Signed a short-term deal until the end of the season but has been unable to force his way into Chris Wilder’s plans, so is unlikely to be offered another year.
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