Kilmarnock Football Club has officially released its retained list following the 2025/26 season. The club expresses gratitude to all players for their dedication and wishes the departing members success in their future careers.
2025/26 Season: Final Retained List Announced
Contracted Players
The following players remain under contract with Kilmarnock:
- Max Stryjek
- Jamie Brandon
- Dominic Thompson
- Robbie Deas
- Rory McKenzie
- Greg Kiltie
- George Stanger
- Scott Tiffoney
- Tom Lowery
- Nicky Cleșcenco
- Michael Schjønning-Larsen
- Jack Thomson
- Tyreece John-Jules
- Ethan Schilte Brown
- Ben Brannan
- Eddie Beach
- Djenairo Daniels
- Ruari Ellis
- Archie Traynor
- Euan Bowie
- Corey Armour
- Joe Hugill
Out of Contract Players
Several players have entered free agency:
- Robby McCrorie
- Lewis Mayo
- Brad Lyons
- Matthew Kennedy
- David Watson
- Kyle Magennis
- Bruce Anderson
- Marley Watkins
- Kian Leslie
- Zander Craik
- Liam Polworth
- Duncan Barlow
- Ethan Mersey
- Aaron Tshibola
Loan Returns
The club welcomes back the following players from loan agreements:
- Zac Williams
- Kelle Roos
- Findlay Curtis
Ongoing Discussions
Kilmarnock is currently in discussions regarding:
- Cole Burke
Academy Professional Contracts
The club has also secured professional terms for several academy players:
- Aaron Davis
- Cole Coughlin
- Dylan Brown
- Logan Foster
- Kali-Fraser Traljic
- Noah Simpson
- Remo Margiotta
- Mitchell Spence
- Jamie Morrison
Kilmarnock looks forward to building a competitive squad for the upcoming season. The club aims to sustain momentum and strengthen its performance on the field.
