As October progresses, conversations regarding the winter transfer window become more common on the terraces.
The season is now in full swing and the strengths and weaknesses of clubs are becoming apparent. Injuries, meanwhile, are striking across the pyramid and opening up gaps in squads.
Clubs do not tend to like investing in January, as players are often sold at inflated prices. However, desperation can kick in when a season needs saving.
For clubs unable to wait until January, the prospect of signing a free agent becomes attractive. While it is hardly ideal to sign a player who has been out of action, they can prove to be shrewd additions if given time to get up to speed.
The free agent market is currently awash with talent and experience, featuring many players fans may be surprised to learn are unemployed.
Here are 38 free agents - many of whom are familiar faces - currently available to be snapped up.
1. Nathan Redmond
The former Burnley and Southampton winger is still looking for a club after failing to win a contract at Sheffield United. | Nathan Stirk/Getty Images
2. Dele Alli
After a short stint in Italy with Como, the former Tottenham Hotspur playmaker is without a club. | Paolo Bruno/Getty Images
3. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
The former Arsenal and Liverpool player is available after departing Turkish giants Besiktas. | Ahmad Mora/Getty Images
4. Emmanuel Dennis
Nottingham Forest released the marksman following his loan spell at Blackburn Rovers. | George Wood/Getty Images