Adelaide has announced that Rory Atkins will explore his free agency options once the 2020 season concludes.
Atkins, who is an unrestricted free agent at season’s end, told teammates, coaches and staff that he intends on departing West Lakes to seek a fresh start elsewhere.
Crows Head of Football Adam Kelly said in a club statement: “Rory is a quality person, popular and highly respected by everyone at our club.
“We respect and appreciate his honesty in coming to us and putting forward his intentions.
“After a great deal of thought and discussion, we mutually agreed that it is best for Rory to be released from his commitments at the club."
The 26-year-old midfielder has played 81 games for the Crows but has appeared just four times this season because of a shoulder injury.
The Calder Cannons product was selected with the 81st pick overall in the 2012 draft.