Dael Fry, a 28-year-old English centre-back, has a contract at Middlesbrough that is expiring this summer. It is reported that he has not been a first-choice player there for several years. Stoke City, Charlton Athletic, and Sheffield United are considered possible clubs for the defender to join. Stoke may need one or two new defenders because Ashley Phillips is expected to return to Spurs after his loan, Ben Gibson is aging, and Ben Wilmot's contract is also expiring. Although the club can spend money again, Fry is described as a very good option for Mark Robins' side as an experienced player who is ready to play and available on a free transfer. The former England U21 international has made 21 appearances and scored 2 goals in the Championship this season. He has 11 caps and 2 goals for the England U21 team. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €4.00m.