Summer transfer window: spotlight on 10 African players soon to be free agents

Transfers 30 March 2026 at 07:25

Mohamed Rek

News Editor

As the end of the 2025/2026 season approaches, Foot Africa shines a light on several African players whose contracts are set to expire. This situation could allow them to leave their clubs on a free transfer or extend their current adventure.

The combined market value of the 10 most high-profile players on this list is estimated at €99 million, an indication of their significance on the transfer market.

According to data from the specialist site Transfermarkt, Moroccan international Sofyan El Karouani tops the rankings with a valuation of €15 million.

He is closely followed by Cameroonian Arthur Avom Ebong (FC Lorient), also valued at €15 million. Ivorian midfielder Franck Kessié of Al-Ahli completes the podium with an estimated value of €12 million.

The 10 most valuable African players out of contract in summer 2026

Here is the ranking of the 10 most valuable African players whose contracts expire in the summer of 2026:

1. Sofyan El Karouani (Morocco – FC Utrecht) – €15M
2. Arthur Avom (Cameroon – FC Lorient) – €15M
3. Franck Kessié (Ivory Coast – Al-Ahli) – €12M
4. Yves Bissouma (Mali – Tottenham) – €12M
5. Bilal Nadir (Morocco – Olympique de Marseille) – €9M
6. Memphis Depay (Ghana – Corinthians) – €8M
7. Adama Traoré (Mali – West Ham) – €8M
8. Sadio Mané (Senegal – Al-Nassr) – €7M
9. Musa Barrow (Gambia – Al-Taawoun) – €7M
10. Krépin Diatta (Senegal – AS Monaco) – €6M

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