West Ham have parted company with first team coaches Paul Groves and David Coles.
Groves and Coles arrived at the club a year ago next week as part of Avram Gran'ts backroom staff overhaul. Both followed Grant from Portsmouth, where they proved popular with fans and players alike.However Sam Allardyce's arrival effectively signalled the end for the duo at the club, due to their association with his predecessor.
Coles, 47, is one of the country's most well-respected goalkeeping coaches and is widely regarded to have been responsible for David James' renaissance during his time at Portsmouth.
45-year-old Groves, a former Grimsby midfielder and player manager was hired by Grant in November 2009 as first team coach. He followed the Israeli to the Boleyn Ground last July.
Their replacements are expected to be confirmed shortly.
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