KILMARNOCK have announced that centre-back Conrad Balatoni has been released after only one season with the Ayrshire club.

The 25-year-old, who previously represented Hearts and Partick Thistle, joined Killie on a free transfer last summer and went on to make 34 appearances for the club.

However, he has failed to feature for the Rugby Park outfit under Lee Clark this season and has been let go despite having two years remaining on his contract.

A club statement read: "Conrad Balatoni has left the Club by mutual agreement.

"Balatoni joined Kilmarnock in 2015 and made 34 first team appearances. As well as his solid defending, Balatoni was known for his ability to create and even score goals from the back, netting three in total during his time with the Club. 

"Everyone at the Club would like to wish Conrad the best of luck in the future."