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Out of contract in 2019: The combined XI of free agents

  /  Ben

Some of the world's top players are into the final year of their deals, meaning they could be free at the end of the season - We take a look at at a combined XI of the potential players who are highly expected to become available on free transfers this summer.

David De Gea (Man Utd)

David de Gea has been nothing short of sensational for Manchester United in recent years - winning four of the last five player of the year awards.

The Red Devils have been trying to tie De Gea to a long-term deal for several months, but talks have not resulted in an agreement. Consequently the shot-stoppers contracts expires this summer with Juventus touted a possible destination, however, United do have an option to extend his deal for a further 12 months.

Antonio Valencia (Man Utd)

Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia could leave the club on a free when his contract expires at the end of the season. 

Valencia - who has been at the club for nine years - has a unique clause in his contract that allows him to speak to other clubs IF United do not offer the Ecuadorian a new deal by March 1st.

David Luiz (Chelsea)

David Luiz seems to have won over Maurizio Sarri, with the Daily Mirror reporting that Sarri has been so impressed with the Brazilian that he will offer him a new contract before this summer.

Under former boss Antonio Conte, Luiz looked set for his second Chelsea exit, as Conte preferred alternative options in the squad.

"I had two offers from different clubs but I told Chelsea I wanted to stay," Luiz said.

"Would I have gone if Conte stayed? For sure. But they changed for Sarri and I have tried to convince Sarri I want to stay at Chelsea."

Diego Godin (Atletico)

The Uruguayan international was subject to a transfer speculation with Manchester United in the Summer but the move collapsed with a possible report of the 32-year-old agreeing to a new contract. But to the dispute, the player has not yet agreed to a new deal yet and no renewal talks have surfaced yet.

Filipe Luis (Atletico)

Surprisingly, the 33-year-old may now get another opportunity to take on the Premier League, although it is unclear as to why United would feel the need for his signature, especially after the resurgence of Luke Shaw.

Adrien Rabiot (PSG)

A standby for France at the World Cup, it has been reported by the spainish media that he will play for Barca next season.

Rabiot reportedly turned down three offers from PSG whilst holding concrete talks with Barcelona over a move.

Aaron Ramsey (Arsenal)

Aaron Ramsey clearly has plenty of admirers, with the box to box midfielder linked to no-less than seven clubs across three countries. 

Juventus have perfected the art of the free transfer over the past decade, and with Ramsey's deal due to expire this summer, there is a good chance he could follow Emre Can from the Premier League to Serie A.

Mousa Dembele (Tottenham)

The Belgian midfielder is with the London based side since 2012 but apparently has denied an extension with a view for a new challenge. He was linked with a move to China in this month.

Arjen Robben (Bayern Munich)

One of the best players ever to grace the Bavarian jersey, Arjen Robben's time with the German champions will come to an end next season after 34-year-old was told he will not be offered a new deal. Bayern are expecting to shake up the squad to fresh things up and the likes of Robben, Ribery etc are the some of the senior names who are expected to be cut loose from the side next term.

Anthony Martial (Man Utd)

Manchester United are good at this contract malarkey aren't they?

Anthony Martial is another who has an option for a further year on his current deal, which the club can trigger at anytime. 

Olivier Giroud (Chelsea)

The World Cup winner signed an 18-month deal when he made the short trip from Arsenal to Chelsea, but his stint looks set to come to an end in June.

While he's not scored many goals so far this season, Giroud has contributed to the team in other ways, and might just sneak a new deal at Stamford Bridge; although, according to reports, West Ham have been credited with a revived interest in the Blues striker.

It would be an audacious move for West Ham, but if you don't try you don't succeed.