Out-of-contract XIs: players in their 20s versus players in their 30s โ who wins? | TheBriefWire
Out-of-contract XIs: players in their 20s versus players in their 30s โ who wins?
Published 9 June 2026 ยท general
There are young stars and golden oldies available on a free transfer this summer. But which team is stronger? Goalkeeper Illan Meslier, aged 26, contract
There are young stars and golden oldies available on a free transfer this summer. But which team is stronger? Goalkeeper Illan Meslier, aged 26, contract expiring at Leeds United The goalkeeper joined Leeds as a teenager but departs the Yorkshire club having not made a first-team appearance since March 2025. Meslier was recently seen alone on the Elland Road pitch, seemingly contemplating his departure. Continue reading...
Published: June 9, 2026 โข 2:48 PM IST ยท Updated: June 9, 2026 โข 6:11 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
There are young stars and golden oldies available on a free transfer this summer.
But which team is stronger?
Goalkeeper Illan Meslier, aged 26, contract expiring at Leeds United The goalkeeper joined Leeds as a teenager but departs the Yorkshire club having not made a first-team appearance since March 2025. Meslier was recently seen alone on the Elland Road pitch, seemingly contemplating his departure.