Liverpool Ladies have confirmed 10 players have been released following the end of the 2011-12 Women's Super League season earlier this month.

Defenders Vicky Jones, Alex Culvin, Nicki Harding and Danielle Lea, midfielders Amie Flemming, Kelly Jones and Sophie Jones, forwards Cheryl Foster and Emily Gielnik, and goalkeeper Aroon Clansey have all left the club as coach Matt Beard begins shaping up his squad ahead of next season.

Earlier this month, the Reds ladies completed the signing of USA international defender Whitney Engen.

Beard said: "I would like to thank each player for their commitment since my appointment in August. It was a tough decision but the squad needs rebuilding and I wish each and every player the best in the future."