Middlesbrough FC have confirmed that nine youth players will depart after not being offered new deals.
Connor Malley and Rumarn Burrell are the only youngsters with senior experience that will leave the club.
Harry Green and Malik Dijksteel will also depart the U23 squad, while Josh Marshal, Lucas Howe, Alex Hutchinson and Jacob Bulmer are set to leave the U18s.
“It’s never a nice thing having to let young players go, but we know and the lads know that it comes with the job,” Academy manager, Craig Liddle, said.
“As part of what we do and the new programme, we will work closely with them to identify any potential opportunities and provide them with all the support they need going forward.”
Here are today’s transfer rumours...
1. Bournemouth battle Premier League clubs for youngster
Bournemouth are in the race to sign Charlton Athletic defender Lucas Ness. Norwich and Burnley are also keen on the 22-year-old. (Football League World)
2. QPR keeping tabs on Imps keeper
QPR are reportedly considering a summer swoop for Lincoln City goalkeeper Jordan Wright. The 23-year-old has impressed in only six appearances for the League One club this season. (Football League World)
3. Fulham want £12m deal for Liverpool defender
Fulham are hoping to prise Neco Williams away from Anfield permanently this summer after a successful loan spell. It is thought that Liverpool want up to £12 million for the right-back. (Football Insider)
4. Boro ace wants Premier League move
Middlesbrough's Djed Spence has revealed that he wants to play in the Premier League after making his England U21 debut on Tuesday. Arsenal and Tottenham are among the teams eyeing a move for the Nottingham Forest loanee. (Mirror)