Bristol City's transfer recruitment team and Nigel Pearson have a task on their hands this summer, in what is a key period for the football club.
Pearson enters the final year of his three-year contract and for the time being, he isn't interested in thrashing out new terms and instead wants to focus on completing the campaign. The Robins are just below mid-table and are on course to at least beat their lowly finishes of 17th and 18th, previously recorded under the former Leicester City boss.
Once the season concludes on May 7, technical director Brian Tinnion says that business will begin, with the potential for four new signings in the summer. City have money to spend from Antoine Semenyo's sale to AFC Bournemouth, and there is also the possibility that they will be tested for Alex Scott, who is no longer the clubs best kept secret.
Several Premier League clubs are said to be interested in the 'Guernsey Grealish' but as of yet, it is only speculation and there haven't been any concrete offers from anyone. Some fans are consigned to losing Scott, and just want to enjoy what could be the last few matches of his career. His departure isn't for certain and the club do want to hold talks about extending his contract, which would really keep the foundations in place for a strong promotion push.
This summer also sees several players out-of-contract, and at the moment there are some playing for their future. Several new contracts have been agreed, but not everyone will remain. BristolWorld takes a look at the players that could likely leave Ashton Gate this summer alongside a couple of maybes and the stars that definitely won’t be going anywhere.
5. Nahki Wells - stay
He signed a new contract before the New Year and that’s the biggest indication he stays. Credit for him being so patient after last years frustration. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
6. Tomas Kalas - could leave
Kalas is out of contract in the summer and he has suffered a groin injury which will only give him a few games to prove his worth. He’s experienced and that is vital, but his contract is likely to be reduced from his previous terms. Should City start looking elewhere? | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill/Getty Image
7. Han-Noah Massengo - certain to leave
There’s no way back for Massengo, who’s contract is up at the end of the season, but at least they’ll receive some compensation. He’s seeing his contract out with a loan spell at Auxerre and that could at least attract interest in him for his next permanent move. | Getty Images Photo: Tony Marshall/Getty Images
8. Kane Wilson - stay
It’s been a tough first year for Wilson, who will have wanted a better role after such a good season with FGR. He’s had a long-term injury and is still on the road to recovery, but he only has to look at George Tanner, who has overcome a serious injury to become a nailed-on first-team starter. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill/Getty Images