The retained lists were coming in thick and fast throughout May, as Championship sides put their squad framework in place ahead of the 2024-25 season.
Now with Leeds United and Cardiff City yesterday confirming their situations, every second tier club’s scenarios over players is clear.
When it comes to players being released there’s some interesting names now up for grabs, so we’ve compiled every Championship player who is a free agent this summer. That’s been grouped into those released and those currently in talks over new agreements.
Which of these potential gems would you like to see at Fratton Park next season?
5. Cardiff City
Released: Romaine Sawyers, Sheyi Ojo, Rohan Luthra, Oliver Denham In talks: Cameron Antwi, Tom Davies, Raheem Conte, Kieron Evans, Matthew Turner. | Getty Images
6. Coventry City
Offered new contract: Callum O’Hare Released: Liam Kelly, Simon Moore, Dermi Lusala, Bradley Stretton. | Getty Images
7. Derby County
Offered new contracts: James Collins, Louie Sibley, Released: Conor Hourihane, Korey Smith, Dwight Gayle, Martin Waghorn, Scott Loach, Joe Wildsmith. | Wolves via Getty Images
8. Hull City
Released: Greg Docherty, Billy Sharp, Vaughn Covil, Aaron Connolly, Adama Traore, Cyrus Christie, David Robson. | Getty Images