Out of contract Mitch Ward left Oakwell today.
The experienced midfielder captained the side last season but the current excess of midfielders in the Reds squad, his age, wages and injuries have probably led to his departure.
The 31-year-old joined from Everton in June 2000.
Meanwhile, winger Andy Watson (formerly Doncaster Rovers) and Kevin Murphy a central defender from Sorrento, Australia are having trials with the Reds.