Wycombe Wanderers have announced the departure of right Jason McCarthy by mutual consent.

The 29-year-old, who was in his fourth spell with the Chairboys, has only played 18 times since the start of the 2023/24 season due to a series of injuries.

This has led the ex-Southampton man to fall down the pecking order at Adams Park, with club captain Jack Grimmer and Jasper Pattenden taking his place.

His last appearance was in the recent 2-1 home loss to Swindon Town in the EFL Trophy on December 10.

Overall, he has featured 219 times since his first appearance for Wycombe in 2015.

He was also named the club’s Player of the Season for the 2015/16 season.

Speaking on his departure, McCarthy said: " “It’s been a tough decision to come to, but I feel like it’s the right time to leave.

"The club is in amazing hands and it’s a really exciting time, but for me, it’s time to step away and watch on as a fan.

“It’s been an absolute joy to watch on and see what the gaffer, the team and the new ownership team are achieving.

"I’ve been so proud to be associated with it, and my game time has been limited but I have no qualms with it because the guys who’ve been playing have been amazing.

“I have nothing but admiration and respect for the group and I look forward to staying in touch with them.

"I’ve made friends for life and it’s been a special time for me, but now it’s right for me to look elsewhere.

“Thank you to the fans for how welcome you’ve made me and my young family.

"It’s become a home for us and my children have grown up with this club.

"I’m really grateful for how great the fans have been with me and we’ll always have a close bond.

"Now I can look forward to being a fan and seeing the club progress.”

Manager Matt Bloomfield added: "Jason has been an outstanding professional for this club over four different spells, and it’s been a pleasure to have worked with him throughout the past nine years, both as a team-mate and during my time as manager."