Essendon Football Club today confirmed the delisting of rookie Jay Neagle as the club begins its preparations for the 2012 season.

The club would like to thank Jay for his contribution and wish him all the best for the future.

Essendon will communicate any further changes to its playing list as they arise.

Delistings

Taite Silverlock (rookie)
Tyson Slattery (rookie)
James Webster (rookie)
Jay Neagle (rookie)

Retirements

Andrew Welsh
Darcy Daniher
Mark Williams