3 forwards who are still without a team and can sign for free

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Free forwards continue to offer top-level names after the closing of the LaLiga transfer market and the rest of the competitions in Europe. Karim Benzema, Joselu, and Mauro Icardi remain without a club in September 2026, although their contractual and sports situations differ.

Benzema, Joselu, and Icardi Await a New Destination

Karim Benzema, the 38-year-old French forward, terminated his contract with Al Hilal in August after playing 16 games, scoring 10 goals, and providing 5 assists. The former Real Madrid player does not plan to retire and has offers, including one from the MLS.

Benzema's case has a particularity. Despite no longer belonging to Al Hilal, he maintains a commitment as an ambassador to Saudi football until 2030, a circumstance that prevented Lyon from finalizing his signing during the summer. Therefore, his status as a free agent does not mean he can immediately sign with any club.

Joselu, aged 36, is also available after finishing his time at Al-Gharafa. The forward ended the 2025/26 season with 10 goals and 2 assists in 24 matches, while in his two seasons in Qatar, he was involved in 30 goals.

The Spaniard has already received contacts from several clubs during the summer. Getafe, Alavés, and Deportivo were among the teams considering his incorporation, while Sevilla also held discussions with his camp.

Mauro Icardi, the 33-year-old Argentine forward, ended his contract with Galatasaray on June 30, 2026 and remains without a team. The Turkish club confirmed his departure on July 16, after a four-season spell during which he played 134 matches and scored 77 goals.

The market of free forwards maintains options

Icardi joined Galatasaray after his loan from PSG and ended up becoming one of the main goalscorers in the club's recent history. In the 2023/24 season, he was the top scorer in the Turkish league with 25 goals, although a serious knee injury and the arrival of Victor Osimhen influenced his final stage.

The current scenario presents three different profiles in the market. Joselu seeks a new destination after his 10 goals in Qatar; Icardi needs to regain continuity after his injury; and Benzema is evaluating offers while resolving his contractual situation with Saudi Arabia.

The status of being free forwards allows negotiations without paying a transfer fee, but the sporting margin is not identical for all three. The next move will depend on the offers they receive, and in Benzema's case, on the resolution of his pending link with Saudi football.

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