List of forwards out of contract in 2026 ft. Dybala & Mane

Many of the top forwards will be available for free at the end of the season.

In the upcoming summer transfer window, there are going to be a lot of stars who will be available for free. Top clubs from the top leagues will be battling in the market to sign these players as per their requirements.

This is going to be a rare opportunity for all those teams who are looking to strengthen their squads with new additions. The financial fair play (FFP) regulations are going to tighten up across the leagues, and the available free agents will surely play an important role for many clubs.

The competition between the vying clubs is going to be fierce. Many of these players could still renew their contracts. As per the current scenario, names like Robert Lewandowski, Sadio Mane, Paulo Dybala and others are some fascinating choices to look at ahead of the 2026 summer transfer window.

Top forwards who could be available for free in the 2026 summer

Dušan Vlahović (Juventus)

Dušan Vlahović has been a part of Juventus FC since 2022. The 26-year-old has only played 14 games in the Serie A this season (missed most of the games due to his injury). The forward almost left the Bianconeri last summer, but ultimately stayed.

Vlahović has a strong left foot and can be beneficial.

Harry Wilson (Fulham)

He is also nearing the end of his contract with the Cottagers. Harry Wilson has gained interest from three different Premier League clubs, namely Aston Villa, Everton and Crystal Palace. The Welsh winger can be useful when it comes to set-pieces and can score goals from distance too.

Allan Saint-Maximin (RC Lens)

He joined the Ligue 1 side in February 2026, signing a six-month deal with the French club. The 29-year-old winger can be beneficial for the teams looking to focus on the wing-play. He might extend his contract with RC Lens, but nothing is confirmed as of now.

Adama Traoré (West Ham)

Adama Traoré recently completed a full transfer from Fulham to West Ham United during the winter transfer window. His contract runs till the end of the 2025-26 season. The 30-year-old can attack with a fast pace and is also physically dominating in the final third.

Josh Maja (West Brom)

The 27-year-old is nearing three years of his spell with West Bromwich Albion. His contract will end in June 2026, making him available for free during the summer transfer window. Josh Maja can be a reliable player when it comes to positioning and composure in front of the goal.

Mauro Icardi (Galatasaray)

Mauro Icardi is one of the important players of the attacking front for Galatasaray. He can do well when playing as a striker, but has not been the first choice of the Turkish club. His contract will end in June this year.

The 32-year-old is linked to AC Milan, Como and AS Roma.

Callum Wilson (West Ham)

Crystal Palace was interested in the 33-year-old striker during the January 2026 transfer window. Despite the talk of a potential exit, Callum Wilson will stay with the Hammers till the end of the 2025-26 season. He signed a one-year deal with West Ham in August 2025.

Bertrand Traoré (Sunderland)

Bertrand Traoré is going to be with the Black Cats till the end of the season. His contract is not likely to be extended. He can cut inside from the wide areas, which makes him unpredictable in the final third.

Vincent Janssen (Royal Antwerp)

Vincent Janssen will now complete his four years with the Belgian Pro League club Royal Antwerp. He is likely to be a free agent at the end of the season. The 31-year-old Dutch forward can be a great option for the fellow Belgian clubs looking for a forward.

Patson Daka (Leicester City)

The Zambian striker is quite pacey and can be a valuable option for the clubs looking for a finisher in front of the goal. He will complete his five years with Leicester City and will be a free agent in June 2026. Patson Daka can be a decent option for RB Leipzig and even Crystal Palace.

Jonas Wind (Wolfsburg)

Jonas Wind is a well-rounded forward. He is linked with Celtic and Lyon. The 26-year-old hasn’t been in top form this season. But when it comes to it, he can be a serious threat to the defenders in the final third.

Raheem Sterling (Feyenoord)

The 31-year-old recently joined the Eredivisie side Feyenoord and will be a free agent by the end of June this year. Raheen Sterling is a dynamic forward. With his experience, he can play a crucial role in the attacking front.

Paulo Dybala (Roma)

The Argentine forward is about to complete his spell with AS Roma. Boca Juniors are one of the contenders who are looking to sign Paulo Dybala. With this move, they can mark his return to Argentina.

There are other interests from Al Ahli and Inter Miami as well.

Sadio Mané (Al-Nassr)

Sadio Mane recently displayed some top performances during the Africa Cup of Nations and continues to perform well for his club, Al Nassr. He will soon complete his three years in the Saudi Pro League and might even jump back to playing football in Europe. He is likely to be offered a contract extension for his current club.

Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)

The Polish forward is still not showing any signs of slowing down. The 37-year-old will not be offered a contract extension by FC Barcelona and might see his way out of the club during the upcoming summer transfer window. A bunch of Saudi Pro League and MLS clubs are interested in signing Robert Lewandowski.

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