A number of top players are going to be out of contract at the end of the season, but the question is, will clubs capitalise on this with cheaper fees to pay when the Premier League window opens, or will they wait to get them on free transfers come the end of the season?

The January transfer window is always an exciting period when it comes to transfers and at times a bit of a gamble for managers.

With regards to out of contract players, gaffers all over Europe are faced with the dilemma of either cashing in on players while they can or face the risk of losing them for free in the summer.

With this in mind, here are the top 10 out of contract players that are sure to be on everyone's transfer wishlist.

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