Retained & Released List 2026

Following the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign, Grimsby Town can confirm the club’s retained and released list ahead of the 2026/27 season.

The club would like to thank Jackson Smith, Andy Cook, Clarke Oduor and Tyrell Sellars-Fleming whose loan deals have come to an end.

We have triggered the option to extend Seb Auton’s contract by 1 year and Evan Khouri has been offered a new contract, with discussions ongoing.

Following discussions with George McEachran, an agreement could not be reached and the midfielder is set to leave following the expiry of his contract.

The following players remain under contract for the 2026/27 season:

Cameron Gardner

Cameron McJannet

Charles Vernam

Darragh Burns

Doug Tharme

Geza David Turi

Harvey Rodgers

Henry Brown

Jamie Walker

Jayden Sweeney

Jaze Kabia

Justin Amaluzor

Kieran Green

Maldini Kacurri

Reece Staunton

Option triggered

Seb Auton

Scholars offered first professional contract

Alex Graham

Elliot Smith

Released

George McEachran

Jason Daði Svanþórsson

Jude Soonsup-Bell

Tyrell Warren

Zak Gilsenan

Out of contract, offer made

Evan Khouri

Available for transfer

Christy Pym

Sam Lavelle

Loans which have come to an end

Andy Cook

Clarke Oduor

Jackson Smith

Tyrell Sellars-Fleming

Everyone at Grimsby Town Football Club would like to place on record our sincere thanks to all the Mariners who played a part this season for their commitment, professionalism and contribution during their time at Blundell Park.

Preparations for the 2026/27 season are already underway, with further squad updates to be communicated in due course.

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