By Lachlan Mitchell
Melbourne City’s season came to an end in a way no one was expecting with a two-nil loss to Western United in the A-League Grand-Final.
The 2021/22 campaign ended with a number of player’s coming to the end of their contracts, departing the club for greener pastures.
English international Carl Jenkinson has departed the club after his six-month loan from Nottingham Forrest came to an end.
Jenkinson had also featured for Arsenal before making the move to Nottingham Forrest.
The adventurous right back made 28 appearances for Melbourne City and found himself hitting the back of the net on three occasions.
Japanese import Tsubasa Endoh has also reached the end of his six month contract.
The midfielder made nine appearances for City including three starts in the Asian Champions League.
Endoh’s experience playing in the American major league gave the 28-year old the knowledge to excel on the world stage.
Stefan Colakovski has also announced his departure from the club to join Perth Glory in the new season.
Colakovski joined City as an academy player at 15-years-old and has been a pivotal player in the success of the club since.
The forward made his debut in 2019 against Wellington Phoenix where he played a crucial role coming off the bench in City’s 3-2 win.
Colakovski was grateful for the club believing in him and giving him the opportunity to play at the highest level.
“To our fans, thank you for your support over the years. I always gave my all every time I put on the City shirt and you will always hold a special place in my heart,” he said in a press release.
