Stockport County FC can now confirm its released and retained list, following the conclusion of the 24/25 season.
The following players remain under contract for the 25/26 season:
Ben Hinchliffe
Corey Addai
Andrew Wogan
Ryan Rydel
Sam Hughes
Ethan Pye
Jay Mingi
Callum Connolly
Odin Bailey
Lewis Bate
Lewis Fiorini
Ollie Norwood
Owen Moxon
Nick Powell
Ashton Mee
Kyle Wootton
Tanto Olaofe
Jayden Fevrier
Jack Diamond
Che Gardner
Benoný Breki Andrésson
Goalkeeper Max Metcalfe has signed a new one-year deal at Edgeley Park, whilst the Club have triggered a one-year extension in the contract of defender Jid Okeke.
The following players will be leaving the Club following the expiration of their contract this Summer:
Cody Johnson
Kyle Knoyle
The following players will return to their parent clubs following the conclusion of their loan spells at Edgeley Park:
Micah Hamilton
Sam Cosgrove
Brad Hills
The following out-of-contract players remain in dialogue with the Club regarding future terms:
Macauley Southam-Hales
Will Collar
The following out-of-contract players have been offered new deals for the 25/26 season:
Ibou Touray
Fraser Horsfall
Callum Camps
Following a season that saw the Club achieve its highest league finish since 2002, and set a new club-record points tally in the third tier, we would like to thank each departing player for their contributions over the course of the campaign.
We extend special thanks to Kyle Knoyle for his vital role in our League Two title success during the 23/24 season – our first EFL title in 57 years. Kyle made 81 appearances over two-and-a-half years at Edgeley Park, after joining from Doncaster Rovers for an undisclosed fee. We wish him and Cody all the best in the next chapter of their careers.
At this stage, the Club remain in talks with several first-team players whose contacts expire this Summer, and we will update supporters on those situations in the coming weeks.
Club CEO, Simon Wilson said:
“A huge thank you to the playing group who have collectively delivered a fantastic performance over the course of the season. We are so proud of every single one of them and so grateful to what they have brought to this team.
“As everyone knows, this time of the season is when decisions are taken regarding the future make-up of the team, and therefore sadly we have to say goodbye to some of the group.
“You couldn’t wish to meet a more dedicated and professional pair of players in Cody Johnson and Kyle Knoyle, and whilst both players could easily be retained, we feel they may be able to secure better terms and playing opportunities elsewhere.
“Both have contributed hugely to the Club and are forever part of our history.
“We are in dialogue with several others regarding next steps and as soon as we have conclusive decisions we will update further. I appreciate fans (as we are) will be keen to see players commit, however deals must suit all parties and we all must respect the players’ positions as they consider options.”
