Football Manager 2024 begins with certain players still looking for a deal since FM24 mirrors the real-world transfer window.
If you're looking for a discount on FM24, there's a discount on preorder at Fanatical – by shopping via FFT, you can save an extra 5% off the game – making it 22% off overall. That reduces the final price to just £35.05, down from £44.99.
When you head to the checkout, make sure to use the additional discount code 442FM24 to get the extra 5% off Football Manager 2024.
And these are the players who were still without a team when the game was released on November 6. Though they may still join a club, they're all yours for free – excluding a sign-on fee, of course. We also have the best bargains and best wonderkids for you to peruse.
These are our favourite free agents for your save in FM24…
Football Manager 2024 best free agents
Goalkeepers
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 goalkeepers I need to sign?
The most dull player to sign on any FM game is a backup goalkeeper, right? Well we've just saved you a job. With one particularly high-profile free agent in David De Gea this year, you can pick up a high-stats GK to compete in your squad.
Right-backs
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 right-backs I need to sign?
There aren't a lot of top-quality right-backs sitting in the waiting room on FM24 but with a fair few capable of operating in different positions, it's worth giving some of these players a trial.
Centre-backs
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 centre-backs I need to sign?
The list of central defenders waiting for a contract in FM24 contains World Cup winners. With some hugely experienced players on the list, getting one or two of these players in can address leadership in your squad.
Left-backs
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 left-backs I need to sign?
There are plenty of decent left-backs able to join you for just a sign-on fee. Two interesting picks? Ryan Bertrand and Danny Rose, formerly England's two best in that position.
Defensive midfielders
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 defensive midfielders I need to sign?
Defensive midfield is always stocked with free talent in FM – and given that this is a position in which players tend to improve with age, it's perhaps no surprise to see so many over-30s in this list.
Central midfielders
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 central midfielders I need to sign?
As ever with CMs, it's best to take a deep-dive into the stats before signing. Are they defensive? Attacking? A mixture? Taking a player on trial could be an idea first.
Attacking midfielders
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 attacking midfielders I need to sign?
There are dozens of attacking midfielders in FM24 who have enough versatility across the pitch to be an asset. With plenty of high-profile names, these players are worth taking on trial.
Right-wingers
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 right-wingers I need to sign?
Seemingly every year, Hatem 'streets won't forget' Ben Arfa is a free agent – and this year is no different. With few big names who can play in this position though, this isn't a vintage year for right-wingers.
Left-wingers
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 left-wingers I need to sign?
Some famous faces available for free in this list, with the likes of Ravel Morrison, Helder Costa and Javier Pastore free at the start of FM24. Some of these players are in their twilight years, with a few right in their prime.
Strikers
Football Manager 2024 free agents: Who are the free FM24 strikers I need to sign?
Goals are the rarest currency in football: getting them for free is even better. There are plenty of stars with experience on this list who can add a spark in attack.
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More Football Manager 2024 stories
We have the beginner's guide for the game. New features have beeen teased ahead of the game's drop. Netflix is set to carry the game, too.
Miles Jacobson of Sports Interactive, the team behind FM, has spoken to FFT about the introduction of the Japanese J-League, how realistic the Saudi Pro League is in the new game and how set pieces have improved – he's also revealed that the FM team are constantly playing catchup to the great Pep Guardiola.
We also have a list of the best teams to play as in FM24 and a surefire way to pick the perfect underdog, along with a list of cheats – we also have a guide to every tactical role in the game.
