The upcoming summer transfer window will be awash with players attempting to find new clubs following the expiration of their existing deals.
Over 150 players will bid farewell from their existing sides as their contracts expire in the next few weeks, and with the majority of all 24 second-tier sides having now officially submitted their retained lists to the EFL, we cast our eyes across those on the hunt for pastures new.
Clubs featuring in this season's Championship play-offs - Millwall, Southampton, Middlesbrough and Hull City - are able to submit their lists at the end of the month.
All players listed below will officially depart their existing sides on July 1, following the expiration of their existing agreements.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
No players released.
Retained list not yet announced by the football club.
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