Jazz Richards: Wales defender to leave Cardiff City

Jazz Richards has also played for Cardiff's south Wales rivals Swansea

Wales international Jazz Richards is leaving Cardiff City and has played his last game for the Bluebirds.

Defender Richards, 29, posted on social media it was "time to say goodbye" to the club he joined in 2016.

The 14-cap international was ruled out of the Bluebirds' 2-0 win against Leeds and will leave the club on 30 June.

"Jazz isn't available for us now but my relationship with him is class," Cardiff boss Neil Harris said. "I fully appreciate the position he is in."

The full-back made 57 appearances for Cardiff after joining from Fulham, helping the side to promotion to the Premier League in 2018 under Neil Warnock.

However, Harris says he has discussed with the defender the need for a fresh start as he looks to recapture the form that made him a key member of Wales' Euro 2016 squad.

"We've had many a chat over the weeks gone by about his future and the fact it probably lies elsewhere," Harris said.

"So I am not massively surprised [he's decided to leave the club]. If he was fit, did he want to play? Yes. We've come to a joint-decision, because he is not fit at the moment and needs to think about where he goes next.

"He leaves on 30 June with our complete support and understanding and we wish him the best going forward."

Writing on Instagram, Richards said: "End Of An Era. It's time to say goodbye to Cardiff City FC.

"It's been one hell of a journey with a lot of highs and a lot of lows but most of all a great experience.

"I have met a lot of great people along the way and people I can call friends for life.

"It's been a roller-coaster of a ride for me, but one thing I can never doubt and will always be grateful for is the continuous belief and support from (Cardiff) fans I will always appreciate you. The chapter ends but the story continues. Thank you."