11/22/2023
🚀 Are you a FREE AGENT Player looking for an opportunity? 🚀
Becoming a free agent is extremely challenging. The majority of players become free agents because something has gone wrong. This could be down to bad luck, lack of playing time, cancelling a contract, or poor advice from a football agent. Before becoming a free agent, a player should get professional advice from a reputable, knowledgeable football agent.
On a positive note, becoming a free agent allows you to take control of your career and find the right club to continue your development.
I have spent years talking to players who 'Need a Chance' or are 'Just looking for an opportunity'. The market is competitive but there are some important strategies you need to have in place before entering the massive 'Free Agent Player Pool.'
1️⃣ Showcase Your Skills with a Highlight Reel & CV:
Your best moments deserve the spotlight. Compile a professional highlight reel featuring your top goals, assists, tackles, and saves. Share on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter to catch the eye of scouts and managers. Create a professional CV with your career history and stats. Own the process - 'DON'T RELY ON TRANSFERMARKT'
2️⃣ Update Your Online Presence: Remember, your online presence is your brand. Keep your social media profiles, especially LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram, professional and up-to-date. Use your full name on WhatsApp with a football-related profile photo. Be ready to share career highlights, and training sessions, and engage with your followers.
4️⃣ Keep Playing: Don't miss opportunities to demonstrate your skills in person. Make sure you play at the highest level you can. It's more positive to train with a team and play games. It's a massive RED FLAG to discover a player is training on their own. Even if you don't secure a contract immediately, being in a cub environment can help you make valuable contacts.
5️⃣ Network and Build Relationships: LinkedIn is a great place to build relationships with coaches, agents, and teammates can lead to recommendations and referrals.
6️⃣ Be Persistent and Resilient: It's challenging finding a new club. Stay persistent and resilient. Rejections and setbacks are part of the game, but they should never deter you from your goals. Speak to people, get advice and support.
7️⃣ Consider Hiring an Agent: If navigating the free agency market feels overwhelming, consider hiring a FIFA Football agent. A reputable agent can provide guidance, connect you with potential clubs, and negotiate contracts on your behalf.
Keep the dream alive and the hard work constant! ⚽💪
“Maximise your chances as a free agent in professional football with these key tips. ”