West Ham have confirmed that they have reached an agreement with Calum Davenport to mutually terminate his contract at Upton Park.
It was expected that a deal was in place to allow him to leave in the summer but it would now appear that the agreement will allow him to leave immediately and concentrate his efforts on finding a new club for next season.
A statement on the club's website read: "After a traumatic period of time for the player, it was felt that it would be in his best interests to allow him an opportunity to put past events behind him and restart his career afresh."
Davenport thanked West Ham for their co-operation and expressed particular thanks to the medical and coaching staff for their assistance and hard work in aiding his recovery and his progress back to full fitness.
He looks forward to resuming his career as soon as possible.
Both parties have agreed that they do not wish to comment further on this matter.