Aston Villa have parted company with former midfielder Gordon Cowans, a key member of their 1981 title and 1982 European Cup-winning teams.
The 57-year-old has spent the last 18 years working for the club's academy at their Bodymoor Heath training ground.
He had three spells as a Villa player and after ending his career at Burnley, joined the backroom staff in 1998.
"All good things must come to an end some day," said Cowans in a prepared club statement.
"It is right to make this change at this time. Although I will no longer be turning up to work for this great club, I will remain a lifelong supporter.