From Harry Kane to Viní Jr: Football stars out of contract in 2027

July 29, 2026 8:13 am

Some football’s biggest names are entering the final year of their contracts, leaving Europe’s top clubs with crucial decisions over whether to offer new deals or risk losing their stars on free transfers in 2027.

Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior headlines the list after speculation linked him with a potential move away from the Santiago Bernabéu.

The Brazilian international has reportedly attracted interest from Arsenal, making his contract situation one of the most closely watched in the transfer market.

England captain Harry Kane is another high-profile player whose future will be under the spotlight.

Despite links with Barcelona, the Bayern Munich striker has expressed his desire to remain in Germany, saying he is happy at the club and open to extending his stay.

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is also approaching the final year of his deal amid reports linking him with Real Madrid.

The Spanish international has maintained that discussions over his future will take place after the appropriate time.

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes and defender Lisandro Martínez are also among the notable names whose contracts expire in 2027.

While Fernandes remains central to United’s plans, Martínez’s injury record could influence the club’s decision over a new deal.

Elsewhere, Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, Atlético Madrid’s Marcos Llorente, Inter Milan full-back Federico Dimarco, Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabián Ruiz and AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic are all entering the final year of their current contracts.

With clubs keen to avoid losing valuable assets without receiving a transfer fee, the coming months are expected to bring a series of contract negotiations that could shape the next transfer window.

In a post obtained from Planet Football on Wednesday, these are the players out of contract in 2027:

Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid)

Marcos Llorente (Atlético Madrid)

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)

Lisandro Martínez (Manchester United)

Federico Dimarco (Inter Milan)

Rodri (Manchester City)

Fabián Ruiz (Paris Saint-Germain)

Christian Pulisic (AC Milan)

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)

Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)

Gilbert Ekugbe

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