Barnet release four players following title win
Barnet's plans for their return to League Two next season have continued to take shape after they released their retained list.
The National League champions, who announced manager Dean Brennan's new three-year deal on Saturday, have confirmed experienced Ben Coker will leave the club along with fellow defenders Reece Hall-Johnson and Richard Nartey and midfielder Harry Chapman.
Barnet have taken up options to keep their two top scorers, 18-goal Callum Stead and midfielder Mark Shelton, who netted 12 times, plus midfield pair Anthony Hartigan and Zak Brunt.
New deals have been offered to Idris Kanu, plus defenders Danny Collinge and Adebola Oluwo.
And the club are in talks over fresh terms with goalkeeper Giosue Bellagambi, defender Jordan Cropper and midfielder Billy Clifford.
Defender Joe Kizzi, midfielder Jermaine Francis and attacker Finley Wilkinson are all available for transfer.
Meanwhile, on-loan goalkeeper Owen Evans and forward Dom Telford will return to parent clubs Cheltenham Town and Barrow.
In a message to those leaving after being part of his title-winning squad, manager Brennan said: "I'd like to thank you all for what you have achieved this season. 102 points is an incredible feat and you all played a part in getting there.
"You are all legends of the club and will always be welcome."
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