Championship clubs including QPR and Millwall could look to make the most of freshly released Premier League free agents this summer to bolster squads with experience.
It's not just top flight outfits under pressure to meet financial requirements with Championship clubs’ dealings also closely analysed. Pulling off a free transfer can be a handy way of balancing the books while strengthening for the season ahead.
The R's are still linked with a move for Isaac Hayden on a free transfer, although the Newcastle United midfielder is yet to have news of a contract termination on Tyneside confirmed.
Having ticked over into July, many Premier League stars have officially entered the market as free agents. LondonWorld looks at 30 players who were on the books at top flight clubs last season who have now been released and could tempt Championship sides such as QPR and Millwall, as well as West Brom, Leeds United, Sunderland and rivals - data as per Transfermarkt.
1. Tyrese Francois, Midfielder
Last club - Fulham, Market value - £510,000 | Getty Images
2. Adrian, Goalkeeper
Last club - Liverpool, Market value - £510,000. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
3. James Tomkins, Defender
Last club - Crystal Palace. Market value - £595,000 | Getty ImagesPhoto: Getty Images
4. Angelo Ogbonna, Defender
Last club - West Ham. Market value - £595,000 | Getty Images