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.
5. Kemar Roofe
A familiar face among Leeds United supporters, the forward is still without a club following a stint at Derby County. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
6. Duncan Watmore
The forward represented Middlesbrough between 2020 and 2023 - and is now available after leaving Millwall. | Nigel Roddis/Getty Images
7. Josh Ginnelly
After two years at Swansea City, the versatile attacker is seeking pastures new. | Jasper Wax/Getty Images Photo: Jasper Wax/Getty Images
8. Freddie Ladapo
The forward's move to Huddersfield Town did not work out and he is now back on the free agent market. | Pete Norton/Getty Images