English Premier League teams are unable to bring in new signings until January, when the transfer window closes. However, several former top-flight star players remain on the hunt for new clubs. There are also chances that most EPL teams are looking for the chance to strengthen their clubs in the new season when the transfer window reopens officially.
Several star players who failed to land a team before the 1st September deadline will be looking for new squads to join, including two former EPL title winners. Here are the best former top-flight stars still on the search for their new teams. EPL fans should also browse https://www.bemybet.com/football-betting-sites/ for the best football betting odds on all league matches.
Goalkeeper
Former West Ham star David Martin didn’t make his official EPL debut until he was 33. However, the veteran shot-stopper proved useful across a handful of matches for the Hammers, showing that he’s more than a capable goalkeeper.
At 36 years old, Martin is unlikely to be a top priority for any EPL team at the moment. However, the former Millwall and MK Dons man could be a reliable backup goalkeeper.
Defenders
Danny Rose has recorded over 260 EPL appearances for teams like Sunderland, Tottenham and Watford, but he remains a free agent after finishing his final year contract with Watford. Ex-Manchester duo Jason Denayer and Eliaquim Mangala are at the heart of the defense.
Mangala was part of Manchester City’s team that won the EPL title under coach Pep Guardiola, while Jason has remained an impressive player for Lyon over the last few years. Former Everton and Southampton right-back Cuco Martina also remains unattached after spells at Go Ahead Eagles and Feyenoord.
Midfielders
Former QPR star Adel Taarabt concluded his deal with Benfica and remains unattached alongside former Everton utility man Fabian Delph. The former Tottenham reject (Taarabt) played for QPR under manager Neil Warnock and recorded seven goals in 58 games.
Following his spell on loan with AC Milan and Fulham, Tarrant has recently plied his trade in Portugal, but he’s currently a free agent. Taarabt is in the same situation as former Brighton and Burley playmaker Dale Stephens, who’s also looking for another team after leaving Turf Moor.
Forwards
Burnley featured prominently on the attacking front, too, with Matej Vydra and Aaron Lennon on the market. Lennon previously represented Everton in the EPL, but he was unable to help Burnley remain afloat last season. Vydra, on the other hand, recorded two league goals before being sidelined by the Clarets after a knee injury.
Hatem Ben Arfa is another prominent player on the market despite previously dominating the Premier League. The controversial Frenchman was a fan favorite at St James Park and was covered by leading teams across Europe. He spent his last six seasons in the Ligue 1, but he hasn’t found a new team after leaving Lille this summer. The 35-year-old might move further afield, looking to reignite his career.
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