Would you have them back at St James’s Park? Here’s 13 players who find themselves out-of-contract.
5. Emmanuel Riviere - Metz
Metz' French forward Emmanuel Riviere (L) vies with Amiens' French defender Jordan Lefort. United could have signed Alexandre Lacazette, they chose to go for Riviere and the rest is history. Photo: JEAN-CHRISTOPHE VERHAEGEN
6. Dan Leadbitter - Bristol Rovers
Daniel Leadbitter (above) in action for Bristol Rovers was released this summer. Never quite broke through to first-team level with United. Photo: Harry Trump
7. Brad Inman - Rochdale
Released in 2013 by United as a kid, the Australian has since played at Crewe, Peterborough and then Dale. Out of contract and released this summer. Photo: -
8. Andy Carroll - West Ham United
Another transfer window comes around and Newcastle United fans expect to be linked to their former striker. Will he return 'home'? He might one day, but his wages would surely prove a stumbling block in a Mike Ashley-led Magpies. Photo: Alex Morton