Rianna Jarrett and Laura Rafferty set to depart Brighton & Hove Albion

An Albion statement read on Thursday morning 'Head coach Hope Powell has thanked the nine members of her squad whose contracts will not be renewed.

 

'Kirsty Barton, Jodie Brett, Cecilie Fiskerstrand, Rianna Jarrett, Nora Heroum, Hollie Olding, Laura Rafferty, Beth Roe and Rebekah Stott will leave the club at the end of their contracts on June 30.'

 

"We have had to make some tough decisions and it's always a difficult time when players are released," said Powell in the statement. "I’d like to thank all the girls who are leaving for their tremendous efforts during their time with the club, especially in the last year when the pandemic has challenged everyone.

 

"Unfortunately Jodie has had to retire because of injury and Stotty is back in Australia having treatment for cancer, as everyone is aware. We are in touch with Stotty and our thoughts are with her."

 

On twitter Jarrett said "I'd like to thank everyone at the club for the opportunity first and foremost, but more importantly for being so welcoming and helpful. It was a short stint, but filled with some great memories and important lessons learned.

 

"I'd like to say a special thank you to all the players at Brighton, you guys are an amazing bunch and i wish you all the best going forward, both as individuals and as a club. I couldn't have asked for a better home away from home with you guys."