The 2024-25 season has already begun for several European leagues, and for others, it could mark the end of their current contacts abroad.
Weston McKennie, Tanner Tessmann, and Donovan Pines are three American players that have been linked with potential transfers this summer, but should they stay with their current clubs, they will be entering the final season of their contracts.
Many others are also entering an intriguing time of their club careers including Mark McKenzie, Lennard Maloney, and Gianluca Busio.
Here is an early look at which Americans players are set to become free agents next summer:
Weston McKennie – Juventus
Weston McKennie is coming off a career-best year for Juventus heading into the final year of his contract.
The 25-year-old midfielder logged 10 assists in 38 combined appearances last season, helping Juventus win the Coppa Italia and clinch a top-four finish in Serie A. McKennie remains linked with English Premier League side Aston Villa, who was also in the mix for his signature last summer too.
With Thiago Motta taking over for Massimiliano Allegri in Turin, McKennie might be on the move this season so Juventus can receive a transfer fee.
Tanner Tessmann – Venezia
One of two American standouts for Venezia this past season, Tanner Tessmann is already on the radar for a potential move away.
Fiorentina is reportedly in talks with Venezia to acquire Tessmann on a permanent deal this summer. Tessmann could end up back at Venezia if a deal isn’t agreed upon, a situation which wouldn’t be the worst for the USMNT midfielder.
His seven goals last season were a career-high, showing that Tessmann can contribute in a big way.
Lennard Maloney – Heidenheim
24-year-old Lennard Maloney helped Heidenheim to an impressive Bundesliga finish last May.
Maloney heads into the final year of his contract despite being a key player for Heidenheim. He scored two goals and added one assist in 31 appearances, logging over 2,400 minutes for the eighth-place finishers.
European Football will be on Maloney’s schedule this fall and potentially a new contract with the club.
Johan Gomez – Eintracht Braunschweig
An impressive 2023-24 campaign for Johan Gomez might not see him finish out his contract with German 2. Bundesliga side Eintracht Braunschweig.
Gomez, 22, scored three goals and added four assists in 35 combined appearances. The U.S. men’s national team prospect was one of the better performers for Braunschweig last season, who finished 15th in the league table.
It’s hard to predict Gomez finishing the 2024-25 season out with Braunschweig, especially if he ups his production in the first half of the league schedule.
Gianluca Busio – Venezia
Gianluca Busio was the second half of the 1-2 combination at Venezia this past season.
Busio, a former Sporting KC homegrown standout, scored seven goals and contributed five assists for the promoted side. Alongside the aforementioned Tessmann, Busio enjoyed a career-best season as Venezia defeated Cremonese in the playoff final.
Busio is already on the reported radar of fellow Serie A side Parma, who is aiming to bolster its midfield before the new season begins.
Mark McKenzie – Genk
Mark McKenzie has been a stalwart for the Genk backline over the past few seasons, but might not be part of the plans past 2025.
A former Philadelphia Union homegrown, McKenzie played over 4,000 minutes last season for Genk in all competitions. McKenzie has made 128 appearances for Genk since his arrival from MLS, being a consistent performer over the last few seasons.
He now heads into the final season of his contract, remaining linked with a potential move to Germany.
Duane Holmes – Preston North End
Duane Holmes has been influential for Preston North End since his arrival, but it’s unsure whether or not he remain there long-term.
The 29-year-old Holmes scored five goals and added six assists in 37 combined appearances last season. A former Huddersfield Town and Derby County player, Holmes has been around the block in England throughout his career.
Preston will aim to be part of the promotion picture this season and a healthy Holmes could be crucial to those goals.
Lynden Gooch – Stoke City
Lynden Gooch remains an EFL Championship veteran as he heads into the final season of his Stoke City contract.
The 28-year-old fullback made the switch from Sunderland to Stoke City last summer, totaling 32 combined appearances between the two clubs. Despite missing time due to an ankle injury, Gooch contributed two goals and was a constant figure in the Potters squad.
Stoke City will hope to avoid a relegation scrap this season and Gooch should help with that.
Donovan Pines – Barnsley
Injuries plagued Donovan Pines’ first season with Barnsley, but the American has returned positively to action.
The former DC United defender made four appearances last spring for Barnsley, scoring twice from his centerback position. Pines, 26, recently scored in Tuesday’s EFL Cup triumph over Wigan Athletic, contributing in his first match in five months.