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OkList boss Justin Leppitsch said in a statement on Tuesday: “This time of year is always difficult, but we commend the group on the maturity and respect they’ve shown throughout this process. We thank Oleg for his contributions to our club. He played a key role in the 2023 AFL premiership and has had a profound impact on our AFL program.

On Sunday, Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd urged the Pies to also part ways with Brody Mihocek, Tom Mitchell and Mason Cox. And Collingwood great Tony Shaw suggested it might be a good time to trade Bobby Hill, who didn’t play the majority of the second half of the season due to personal issues.

“That’s something they’ve got to look at now,” Shaw said on 3AW radio. “Bobby Hill, I’d be looking to see what you could get trade-wise. It’s a horrible situation, but he’s probably good fodder at the moment, you could get a couple of draft picks and it doesn’t look like it’s working for him (at Collingwood).”

“Ash, Charlie and Fin, thank you for your dedication and commitment to the club throughout your time in the black and white. They’ve all shown great resilience and have all left a long-lasting impact on the playing group. All four individuals are quality people, and we do sincerely wish each of them the best with their next chapter, on and off the field.”

On Sunday, Essendon legend Matthew Lloyd urged the Pies to also part ways with Brody Mihocek, Tom Mitchell and Mason Cox. And Collingwood great Tony Shaw suggested it might be a good time to trade Bobby Hill, who didn’t play the majority of the second half of the season due to personal issues.

“That’s something they’ve got to look at now,” Shaw said on 3AW radio. “Bobby Hill, I’d be looking to see what you could get trade-wise. It’s a horrible situation, but he’s probably good fodder at the moment, you could get a couple of draft picks and it doesn’t look like it’s working for him (at Collingwood).”