Rumoured Blackpool target free to join another club after officially ending five-year spell with MK Dons

The centre back was offered a new deal to remain at Stadium MK but the 28-year-old has opted to move on.

The Seasiders are thought to be one of several clubs taking a look at the defender this summer.

The Welshman made 145 appearances for the club having first arrived on loan in 2015 from Crawley Town.

The 6ft centre back, who began his career with Swansea City, helped the club to two promotions during his time in Buckinghamshire.

Manager Russell Martin confirmed Walsh has played his last game for the club after an offer to remain at the club expired last week.

“Joe Walsh will move on," Martin confirmed on Monday morning.

“I had a chat with him and his agent and they're exploring other options still, so the timeline has gone on that and I wish Joe all the best.

“He has been a top servant for the club, he's a top lap. He's just decided to move on which is completely fine.”

Walsh has yet to be capped by the Welsh national side despite being called up to the squad on several occasions.

He was capped 11 times for Wales’ Under-21 side.

Blackpool remain keen to bolster their defensive options between now and the new season.

Marvin Ekpiteta and Jordan Thorniley are their only recognised natural centre backs, although full-backs James Husband and Michael Nottingham are capable of playing in the centre - as they did in Saturday’s 4-0 pre-season win against Southport.