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For clubs which would gain promotion to the Premier League, it would be an altogether different challenge as the Premier League is a much more competitive and merciless league than the Championship. Hence, apart from different strategies and good signings, experience is also a must at this highest level of the game.
Thus, it is natural that most of these newly-promoted clubs target players who have already showcased their talent at the highest level. Money is sometimes a factor which does not allow these clubs to procure such talents and hence, free-agents will, therefore, be a good option for the teams to invest in.
There are are a number of experienced Premier League players who will be out of contract at the end of the season and therefore, the players themselves will have an option to take a decision about their future. The newly promoted clubs will have tough competitions to procure these players and here are 3 of them who could trigger such a fight this summer.
#3 Andy Carroll
Former Liverpool striker and current West Ham player Andy Carroll will be out of contract at the end of this season. The forward has not had a great season in the Premier League which has reduced his stakes as the lead striker.
However, the Englishman has proved time and again that he is a reliable player for his team and the newly promoted clubs could benefit from the services of such a player. Andy Carroll is a definite threat to any team's defence because of his physical presence and with his experience in the Premier League, he could be someone the new Premier League teams could fight for in the summer.
#2 Antonio Valencia
Antonio Valencia has been an integral part of Manchester United in this decade. However, the 32-year-old's form has dipped in the last two years which has reduced his game time at the club this season. Manchester United have decided not to offer a new contract to the Ecuadorian and hence, Valencia will be leaving the club this summer.
Apart from the newly-promoted clubs, a host of other teams could also be lining up to make a move for the versatile right back. Valencia has been a decent player for Manchester United at the right-back position despite starting his career at the club as a winger. He has also captained the club for a number of games and hence, is a good leader too.
These qualities will be of great use to any team that wishes for a calm head in the turbulence of the Premier League.
#1 Gary Cahill
Gary Cahill was once a part of an unbreakable partnership at the back with John Terry both at the club and international level. However, the defender's form has dipped in the past few seasons which has seen him drop down the pecking order at Chelsea.
The veteran will be out of contract this summer and hence, will be a free-agent. Gary Cahill at 32 is still capable of a comeback to his previous self and this would be desired for any team that would be signing him next.
He is a proven match-winner and a reliable option in front of the goalkeeper. His experience and leadership skills will make him a good choice for the newly-promoted clubs to consider in the summer. He has also quit international football which means that he will be fully committed to his new club. This makes the Chelsea player a great option for the new teams this summer.
