Transfer Rumour: Nolan departs Hammers

Claret and Hugh Columnist ExWhuEmployee has reported on twitter this evening that Kevin Nolan has left West Ham United by mutual consent.

Former Hammer Matty Etherington appears to have confirmed that news by tweeting:

“Good luck to Kev Nolan on his next chapter, a top man and served well”

Nolan had just under a year remaining on his contract reported to be £50,000 per week. With around £2m of wages left on his contract it is normal practise to offer 75% of the remaining contract value to buy out a player’s contract meaning he could have pocketed up to £1.5m in a golden goodbye.

Nolan has made 157 appearances in all competitions for West Ham scoring 31 goals. He joined West Ham in 2011 for a transfer fee believed to be £4m on a five year contract