Manchester United and Manchester City are expecting a quiet month on the transfer front but both will be putting early plans in place for the summer. United look set for major investment under new stakeholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe while City will strengthen for yet another Premier League title challenge.
Huge amounts of cash will be splashed ahead of a fresh campaign but there is also opportunity for more shrewd business. Recruitment teams across the Premier League will be scouring the market for a bargain and the chance to build depth in their squad.
Using values and contract expiry dates provided by Transfermarkt, we've put together a list of 23 of the best Premier League players who are now in the final six months of their current terms. Take a look at the list below.
1. Pablo Fornals, West Ham
Transfermarkt value: £14.6 million | Getty Images
2. Lloyd Kelly, Bournemouth
Transfermarkt value: £13.7 million | Getty Images
3. Jorginho, Arsenal
Transfermarkt value: £12.8 million | Arsenal FC via Getty Images
4. Kenny Tete, Fulham
Transfermarkt value: £12.8 million | Getty Images