Jonathon Marsh has announced his retirement from the AFL, removing himself from Collingwood’s senior list ahead of today’s List Lodgement 2 deadline.

The 21 year old informed the club last month that for personal reasons he wanted to step away from the game at the highest level and return to his home state of Western Australia.

Collingwood General Manager of List Management Derek Hine said Marsh had since been in regular contact with the club and continues to feel that it is in his best interests to remain close to family and friends.

“Jonathon is a young player of promise and we respect his decision to step back from AFL football and to be closer to his support network back home,” Hine said.

PROFILE: Jonathon Marsh.

“He leaves with plenty of good will and friendships, and we wish him all the best.”

Marsh played 15 senior matches in his three seasons at the Holden Centre after being drafted in the fifth round of the 2013 national draft.

With the departure of Marsh, Collingwood will take five selections – picks 28, 44, 51, 62 and 65 - to the National Draft on November 25.

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