GWS delist five players including Setanta O'hAilpin, Bret Thornton, Gerald Ugle, Josh Growden and rookie-listed New South Welshman Joe Redfern.

"I want to thank all these players for their contribution to the club and wish them all the very best for the future," GWS football manager Graeme Allan said in a statement.

James Dampney for AFL.com.au