Some of those names above like Thorne and Kav were icons of the Hammam tennure. Big money players, the likes of which we'd not seen in a genaration or two.
Earnie was a raw local talent that came through and won the hearts of the City fans.
We were warned that this would happen. It's not easy to see these fella's leave but if it means a restructuring of the club then it has to happen.
At the time of writing we are waiting for news on Danny Gabbidon and James Collins. Both are thought to be in London with their agent confirming that preliminary talks with West Ham have taken place.