Hartlepool United has made significant changes to its squad by releasing 13 players after finishing ninth in the National League. The club, which was taken over by American businessman Landon Smith in December, ended the season under the management of Nicky Featherstone. However, it was confirmed last month that Featherstone would be leaving the club at the end of the campaign. Among those released are Joe Aungiers, Adam Campbell, Matty Daly, Nathan Ferguson, Sam Folarin, Nick Hayes, Gavan Holohan, Danny Johnson, Vadaine Oliver, Tom Parkes, Alex Reid, Louis Stephenson, and Brad Walker, all of whom will depart at the end of their contracts. The club is currently in discussions with Luke Charman, Campbell Darcy, and Jack Hunter regarding new deals to potentially keep them at Hartlepool. Additionally, Kian Foreman, Max Kouogun, Jamie Miley, and Nathan Sheron are under contract for the next season. The club has also activated options on the deals of Jay Benn, Josh Donaldson, and Reiss McNally to retain them for the 2026-27 season.