Skysports.com looks at a selection of the best players available to sign for clubs outside the transfer window
Free agents still available for transfer
The transfer window may be closed, but there are still some deals out there to be done.
There are number of players across the world currently without clubs and are actively seeking new employers.
Skysports.com looks at a selection of the best players available to sign for clubs outside the transfer window because of their free agent status.
Ghana captain
Stephen Appiah is arguably the most high-profile and most sought-after player now the transfer window is shut.
Appiah is available on a free transfer after parting company with Fenerbahce earlier this summer.
The former Juventus star has attracted the interest of a host of clubs across Europe, with West Ham confirming they are hoping to sign the midfield dynamo.
Arsenal and Portsmouth are rumoured to be trailing the 27-year-old, who has admitted it would be a dream come true to move to England.
Thomas Gravesen is another midfielder who is seeking a new challenge after leaving Celtic.
The Dane was released by Celtic last month after failing to hit the heights in Glasgow.
Gravesen has a wealth of experience from spells at Everton and Real Madrid and he is sure to have no shortage of admirers.
Brazilian legend
Ronaldo is a free agent after leaving Milan, but a move for the striker could be seen as something of a gamble due to the player's fitness.
The 31-year-old, who has been blighted by injuries in the latter stages of his career, is currently recovering from a serious knee injury he sustained in February.
The injury even threatened Ronaldo's career, but the former World Player of the Year is determined to return to action.
A move to England and Manchester City has been mooted, while Flamengo are hoping to bring El Fenomeno back to Brazil.
Former Republic of Ireland international
Steve Carr is hoping to be find a new club after failing to win a move during the transfer window.
Carr was released by Newcastle at the end of last season after the club decided not to renew his contract.
A number of clubs were credited with an interest in the full-back, but the 32-year-old still finds himself looking for pastures new.
Ian Harte, like his former Republic of Ireland team-mate Carr, is also hunting for a new club.
The former Leeds man was released by Sunderland earlier this summer after failing to establish himself in Roy Keane's plans
Harte won himself a trial at Wolves and although he was offered a deal at Molinuex, the player turned down the chance to join the ambitious Championship side.
Two of the most prolific strikers in Premier League history are also waiting for the chance to get their shooting boots back on.
Former Liverpool hero
Robbie Fowler and
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink are both searching for new employment after leaving Cardiff.
Fowler turned down a new deal at Cardiff after being offered the chance to win a move to Blackburn by former Reds team-mate Paul Ince.
However, Fowler has yet to agree a deal with Blackburn, making him an attractive proposition for clubs looking for a proven finisher.
Hasselbaink, who left Cardiff in acrimonious circumstances following a contract dispute, believes he still has a lot to offer despite being 36.
The Dutchman has been training with Norwich, but the club say any move to Carrow Road is unlikely for the ex-Leeds hit-man.
Quinton Fortune is looking to get his career back on track after seeing his last few years blighted by injury.
Portsmouth and Ipswich were believed to be interested in the former Manchester United man this summer, but no move materialised.
Fortune's versatility, in that he can play in midfield and defence, make him an attractive option for any possible suitors.
