WBA give Nicolas Anelka notice of contract 'termination'
West Bromwich Albion have written to Nicolas Anelka giving him "14 days’ notice of termination as required under his contract".
Nicolas Anelka announces he has left West Brom
Nicolas Anelka, who was recently given a five-match ban for using the controversial 'quenelle' gesture, has announced that he has left West Bromwich Albion with immediate effect.
The French striker tweeted his decision, writing in French: "Following discussions between the club and me, proposals have been made to me that I rejoined the group under certain conditions that I can not accept.
"Wishing to keep my integrity, I decided to terminate the contract binding me with West Bromwich Albion until 2014, with immediate effect," the statement concluded.
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