Geelong and Tyson Stengle have mutually agreed to part ways after 93 games under Chris Scott.
Geelong released a statement on Friday afternoon confirming the news after speculation that his future was clouded.
It comes after a season plagued by personal issues which has kept him off the field. He has not featured for Geelong since last year's grand final.
Stengle was a formidable part of the 2022 premiership side, winning an All Australian blazer in that year.
“I would like to thank Geelong Football Club, the fans and thank everyone there for the last five years that have supported me," Stengle said on Instagram
"I'd especially like to thank Chris Scott, Nigel Lappin, Joel Selwood, Patrick Dangerfield, Mark Worthington for all their support over the years.
"Geelong Football Club gave me another chance to play at the highest level and achieve a lot of the highs and lows and to win a premiership and All Australian will forever be my greatest achievements I would have never thought I would have done.
"But after a tough year or so I have made the decision to step away from AFL football and move home and be with family where I feel more comfortable. It was a tough decision, but it was the best decision for me mentally.
"I will always be grateful for playing at the top level and playing in the biggest games of them all, it was always fun and exciting. Thankyou to everyone who has supported along the way."
gathers the ball during the round 21 AFL match between the Geelong Cats and the St Kilda Saints at GMHBA Stadium on August 06, 2022 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
The 27-year-old finishes his career with 109 games across three clubs.
“We would like to congratulate Tyson on what he has achieved over his career, including his time at Geelong. To play over 100 games, earn All Australian selection and be part of a Premiership team are achievements we are proud to have shared with him," Cats footy boss Andrew Mackie said.
“Tyson has shown tremendous resilience during his time at Geelong, and we believe now is the right time for both Tyson and the Club to move forward.
“We thank Tyson for his contribution to the Cats and celebrate what he has achieved in his football career.”
His confirmed exit comes a day after Collingwood announced it was parting ways with 2023 premiership player and Norm Smith Medalist Bobby Hill, who has also been away from the club for significant chunks of 2026 as he navigated his own personal issues.
