West Ham defender James Collins was unceremoniously released by the club after 11 years of service VIA EMAIL, talkSPORT understands.
The 31-year-old Welshman is a popular figure at the club and a fan-favourite after spending 11 years, split across two spells, with the Hammers.
The centre-back re-joined West Ham in 2012 after a spell with Aston Villa, but he has now left the club without ceremony or tribute.
According to talkSPORT sources, Collins - after making over 200 Hammers appearances - was told by email that his contract will not be renewed this summer.