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14 World Cup players remain without clubs as tournament progresses

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:44 PM

Last updated Jul 2, 2026

14 World Cup players remain without clubs as tournament progresses
Summary

Fourteen players participating in the ongoing World Cup do not have clubs to return to once the tournament ends. Notable names among them include Casemiro, John Stones, and Mohamed Salah. The players have the opportunity to showcase their talents while negotiating future contracts. As the knockout stages advance, these athletes will aim to impress potential suitors amidst the risk of injury.

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  • •Casemiro scored in Brazil's last-32 win against Japan.
  • •John Stones was linked with a move to Everton and AC Milan.
  • •David Alaba left Real Madrid but has not signed with another club.
  • •Mohamed Salah's relationship with Liverpool deteriorated before his departure.
  • •James Rodriguez's contract with Minnesota United remains unextended.
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  • 12:44 PMBBC Football — The World Cup's free agents looking for their next move
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Fourteen players still at the World Cup have no club to return to once the tournament is over.

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