Shrewsbury Town players Mal Benning, John Marquis, Anthony Scully, Alex Gilliead, and Nick Freeman are officially becoming free agents today. Their contracts have expired, and they are now unattached from the club unless they agree to fresh terms.
What happened?
The players were released at the end of last season as boss Gavin Cowan continues his squad rebuild. Benning bid farewell to supporters after his final appearance for the club against Fleetwood Town.
Why it matters for Shrewsbury
The loss of these players could impact the team's performance in the upcoming season. Shrewsbury Town is currently 19th in League Two, with 49 points from 46 games, and a recent form of LDDWL.
What comes next?
The players will now be hoping to secure new clubs ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Former captain John Marquis is among the players taking part in the Professional Footballers’ Association’s (PFA) free-agent pre-season training camp.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 19th in League Two |
| Points | 49 |
| Recent form | LDDWL |
| Goals scored | 42 |
| Goals conceded | 69 |
| Goal difference | -27 |
Shrewsbury Town's last result was a 1-0 loss to Gillingham on May 2, 2026. The team is 38 points behind leaders Bromley. With the new season approaching, Shrewsbury Town will be looking to rebuild and strengthen their squad.
