Accrington Stanley have officially announced their retained list following the conclusion of the 2025-26 League Two season, and there's plenty of movement to discuss. The club has confirmed that four players will depart as their contracts expire, while veteran midfielder Seamus Conneely remains locked in contract negotiations—a clear sign that the 37-year-old's experience is still highly valued at the Wham Stadium.

Conneely, a seasoned campaigner who knows the lower leagues inside out, made 35 appearances in League Two this season. His leadership and consistency were crucial as Accrington finished 16th in the table, a solid mid-table position that offers a foundation to build upon for the next campaign.

The players heading out the door include goalkeeper Michael Kelly, along with midfielders Dan Martin, Charlie Hall, and Finlay Tunstall. All four will leave at the end of their current deals, marking the end of their time with the club. Additionally, the loan spells of Paddy Madden, Ollie Wright, Luke Butterfield, David Abimbola, and Isaac Heath have concluded, and they will now return to their parent clubs.

For fans looking ahead, the retained list features a solid core of talent, including Donald Love, Freddie Sass, Farrend Rawson, Shaun Whalley, Alex Henderson, Isaac Sinclair, Devon Matthews, Charlie Caton, Charlie Brown, Tyler Walton, Josh Smith, and Josh Woods. This group will be key as Accrington look to strengthen and push higher up the League Two table next season.