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...
5. Terriers eye Hatters striker
Huddersfield Town have joined the race to sign Luton Town forward Elijah Adebayo. West Brom and Burnley are also considering a move for the 24-year-old, who has scored 15 goals this season. (Football League World) | Getty Images
6. Ex-Posh boss favourite for League One job
Former Peterborough United manager Darren Ferguson is among the bookies favourites to take over at AFC Wimbledon. The 50-year-old has been out of work since he left London Road last month. (The News) | Getty Images
7. 'Several clubs' targeting Blades loanee
A number of clubs are thought to be monitoring Morgan Gibbs-White during his loane spell at Bramall Lane. The midfielder has nine goals and seven assists in the Championship for Sheffield United this season. (Pete O'Rourke) | Getty Images
8. Ryan Lowe makes Plymouth transfer admission
Preston North End boss Ryan Lowe has ruled out a raid on former side Plymouth Argyle this summer. Lowe led the Pilgrims from League Two to fourth in League One prior to his departure. (Lancs Live) | Getty Images