Brackley Town is undergoing significant changes as the club announces the departure of 17 players, leaving only one under contract for the next season. The Saints, recently relegated back to the National League North, are beginning their summer rebuild with a focus on transparency. Among those leaving is retiring captain Gareth Dean, alongside six loanees returning to their parent clubs. The club's management has expressed confidence in head coach Andy Whing, who is expected to lead the team through this transition despite the challenges faced during the previous season.

The only player remaining under contract is central defender Kyle Morrison, who played 40 times last season. Brackley Town has also extended new contract offers to several players, including centre-back Zak Lilly and midfielders Scott Pollock and Morgan Roberts. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Cameron Gregory has been invited to train with the squad, although his future with the club remains uncertain.

Among the notable departures are winger Aidan Elliott-Wheeler, who impressed during his loan from Oxford United, and goalkeeper Harrison Rhone, returning to Reading. Other players returning to their parent clubs include midfielder Callum Tripp and striker Kian Harratt. The club is also parting ways with forwards Tahvon Campbell and Ben Wodskou, as well as several others, marking a significant shift in the team's roster.

Fans may have noticed that two players, Connor Hall and Shane Byrne, confirmed their departures before the official announcement. Hall leaves with a record of 39 goals in 115 appearances, while Byrne, who has been with the club for seven seasons, made 315 appearances and played a vital leadership role. As Brackley Town navigates this challenging period, the focus will be on rebuilding and preparing for the upcoming season in the National League North.