Vincent Kompany was the highest profile departure as Manchester City confirmed their list of released players ahead of next season.
The Belgium international already announced he would be leaving the club after last month’s FA Cup final to take over as player-manager at Anderlecht.
Pep Guardiola was keen to keep the club captain on for another year but refused to guarantee him regular first-team football as City look to add to their central defensive options this summer.
Kompany said upon announcing his departure: "As overwhelming as it is, the time has come for me to go. And what a season to bow out. I feel nothing but gratefulness. I am grateful to all those who supported me on a special journey, at a very special club."
In total, six out of contract players have been allowed to leave, including Luke Brattan, who has been on loan at Melbourne City for the last three seasons.
Academy prospects Aaron Nemane, Cameron Humphreys-Grant, Charlie Oliver and Tom Dele-Bashiru will also depart.
Released list
Luke Brattan, Tom Dele-Bashiru, Cameron Humphreys-Grant, Vincent Kompany, Aaron Nemane, Charlie Oliver
