The Scottish Premiership transfer window is now open and Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibs and other Scottish Premiership clubs are already hard at work as they build the strongest squads possible for the upcoming season.
Big money moves naturally catch the attention of supporters, but there are plenty of bargain free transfers able to be found throughout the summer, with a number of top quality players available on the free agent market each and every transfer window.
As shown by the signings of Kasper Schmeichel at Celtic, Junior Hoilett at Hibs and Liam Kelly at Rangers, these signings can prove to be shrewd to top flight teams and can make important contributions without the need for a transfer fee.
Here, The Scotsman look at 12 of the top free agents available to clubs in the Scottish Premiership this summer...
5. Tom Cairney - Fulham
A stylish midfielder with bags of experience and nous, Fulham captain Cairney will Craven Cottage for pastures new this summer. While he is another who would need to be viewed as a short-term option pnly due to his advancing years, there's value to be had in his talent and leadership. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Kyle Walker-Peters - Southampton
Won promotion with Southampton under Russell Martin in 2024, but will depart St Mary's this summer following the club's relegation from the English Premier League. Capped by England, the dynamic full-back has been linked with a return to Tottenham Hotspur. Could Martin attempt to hijack that move and reunite with the defender? | Warren Little Photo: Warren Little
7. Christian Eriksen - Manchester United
One of the highest-profile names Celtic were linked with in the January window, Eriksen is now available on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United. The Danish midfielder cost Inter Milan £25million when the Serie A side signed him from Tottenham Hotspur in January 2020. The 33-year-old did not have his contract renewed at Old Trafford this summer though, due to his advancing years. Eriksen is on the lookout for a new club - so Celtic reignite their reported interest in him? | Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. Vladimir Coufal - West Ham United
A cult hero at West Ham, the 32-year-old full-back has featured regularly for the London club over the last five seasons. With his contract expired though, Coufal is now available for free. A fully fledged Czechia international, he's certain to have suitors this summer. | Mike Hewitt/Getty Images Photo: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images