David De Gea (Goalkeeper, 33 years old)
Without a club since his departure from Manchester United this summer, David De Gea is struggling to find the right fit. If Newcastle had identified the Spanish goalkeeper as one of its priorities in the absence of Nick Pope, injured in the shoulder, the English leaders finally counted on their understudy Martin Dubravka. However, the Slovakian was De Gea’s replacement when he was loaned to the Red Devils last season. As a free agent, the Spain international has also reportedly had serious discussions held with Saudi club Al Shabab. But nothing came to fruition.
Kevin Malcuit (32 years old, defender)
Despite a decent season in Ankaragücü last season (24 matches, 1 goal, 3 assists), Kevin Malcuit has been looking for a club since his adventure in Turkey ended last summer. The former Stéphanois (32 years old) had signed there for one year in 2022, while his profile seemed to appeal to Serie A. Since then, the Franco-Moroccan has disappeared from the radar. Trained in Monaco, the right-back revealed himself under the orders of Christophe Galtier at AS Saint-Etienne, before continuing his rise in Lille and discovering the elite in Naples.
Kostas Manolas (32 years old, defender)
After his UAE Super Cup final lost to Al-Ahli Dubai (6-2), Kostas Manolas posted a farewell message to Al Sharjah fans on social networks on January 16, after 29 matches played under Emirati outfit. The Greek had signed a two-year contract there in 2022, with an additional year optional. The former hero of AS Roma, for his furious header against FC Barcelona in the quarter-finals of the 2018 Champions League, has remained without a club since.
Mamadou Sakho (33 years old, defender)
Youngest captain in the history of PSG and L1 on October 20, 2007, at 17 years and 8 months, Europa League finalist with Liverpool in 2017, hero of the France-Ukraine play-off in November 2013… Mamadou Sakho has a nice CV. Arriving in Montpellier in July 2021, he only played 49 matches before negotiating the termination of his contract in October 2023, after an altercation with his coach Michel Der Zakarian. The French international (29 caps, 2 goals) could find a base in the Gulf countries, where the interest of the parties seems reciprocal. At 33, after sixteen years spent between France and England, the Parisian could leave Europe permanently.
Dalbert Henrique (30 years old, defender)
At 30, the future of Dalbert Henrique’s career seems unclear. The former Nice and Rennes full-back has not played since November 2023 due to injury and his contract was not extended by SC Internacional. With 9 matches on the clock last season, it is difficult to imagine a potential destination for the Brazilian who played for Inter and Fiorentina.
Yann M’Vila (33 years old, midfielder)
A 22-time French international, Yann M’Vila has been unemployed since the end of his contract with Olympiakos last summer. His profile could attract many clubs, both abroad and in France. The player also assured a few weeks ago that he had several offers abroad, but favored a return to France. One of the great hopes of French football could make his return to the pitches of Ligue 1, three years after leaving them. M’Vila is coming off a solid year with Olympiakos: 3,690 minutes of play, in 45 matches in all competitions.
Xeka (29 years old, midfielder)
Since the termination of his contract and his departure from Rennes last August, Xeka remains invisible. The Portuguese has not played a single minute since July 26 in a friendly match against Brest, although he had already missed a considerable part of last season – taking part in only eight Ligue 1 matches – due to An ankle injury. Champion of France in 2021, the midfielder finds himself in the same situation as before signing for Rennes, free of any contract.
Juan Mata (35 years old, midfielder)
Winner of the World Cup with Spain in 2010 and the Champions League with Chelsea in 2012, Mata is one of the most experienced players in this eleven. The midfielder has experienced everything, from his training at Real Madrid to Manchester United, via Valencia and Chelsea. Since then, the Spaniard has gone to Galatasaray for a year before signing free at Vissel Kobe, for a four-month contract with the Japanese club. At 35, his extensive experience and technical background could allow him to bounce back.
Carlos Vela (34 years old, winger)
Carlos Vela’s American adventure may be coming to an end. Although he has never won the MLS title, the Mexican striker (33 years old, 72 caps), in the United States since 2017, has become an essential star in the North American league. The winger is the most capped player and top scorer in Los Angeles history, with 93 goals in 182 matches. Without a contract since January 1 and at the dawn of a new MLS season (first day February 22), his future is still uncertain. But in California, everyone hopes that Vela extends his legend in Los Angeles.
Carlos candle. (Gary A. Vasquez/Presse Sports)
Diego Costa (35 years old, striker)
Returning to Brazil after several years of exile in Europe, Diego Costa ultimately only stayed four months in Botafogo. If he is no longer the same scorer as before – just one goal at Wolverhampton in 25 matches and two in 10 matches at Botafogo – the number nine has lost none of his character. Free since January 1, 2024, the man with 106 yellow cards can give ideas to clubs looking for experience and aggressiveness.
Helder Costa (30 years old, winger)
Former AS Monaco player, Helder Costa was one of the first players playing in Europe to join Saudi Arabia, loaned by Leeds to Al-Ittihad in 2022. After a rather satisfactory first season (20 matches, 3 goals) and a championship title won with Al-Ittihad, the planets seemed aligned for the adventure to continue. At the end of his contract with Leeds, Al-Ittihad ultimately showed no interest in the Angolan. Looking for a new challenge, the winger could offer good services to a team in need.
2024-02-06 23:25:04
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