Exeter City has released six senior players, including Josh Magennis and Ilmari Niskanen, following their relegation from League One. Other released players include Jack Aitchison, Kevin McDonald, Danny Andrew, and Jack McMillan.
Josh Magennis (left) and Ilmari Niskanen were the two senior international players in Exeter City's squad [Shutterstock]
Exeter City have released six senior players following their relegation from League One.
Finland winger Ilmari Niskanen leaves after three years and Northern Ireland forward Josh Magennis will depart after two seasons at St James Park.
Former Celtic youngster Jack Aitchison, veteran midfielder Kevin McDonald and defenders Danny Andrew and Jack McMillan are also being released.
Exeter City captain Pierce Sweeney - who is celebrating his testimonial year after a 10th season at St James Park - is still in talks over a new deal with his contract also due to expire.
The club have taken up options to extend the contracts of midfielders Reece Cole and Charlie Cummins, forwards Sonny Cox and Kieran Wilson, goalkeeper Frankie Phillips and defender Tom Dean.
Academy player Liam Cartwright has accepted the offer of a professional deal while the rest of Exeter's squad - including highly-rated striker Jayden Wareham - are under contract for next season.
"There will be an opportunity to hold and progress discussions with released players once a new manager is confirmed, and we move forward the building of our squad for the 2026-27 season," Exeter City's technical director Marcus Flitcroft told the club website.
Exeter City released Josh Magennis and Ilmari Niskanen as part of a roster overhaul following their relegation from League One.
In addition to Josh Magennis and Ilmari Niskanen, Exeter City released Jack Aitchison, Kevin McDonald, Danny Andrew, and Jack McMillan.
Ilmari Niskanen played for Exeter City for three years before his release.

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"We are also delighted to have secured the futures of several of our young academy graduates, and we look forward to supporting their continued development and progression next season."