Tuesday 19 January 2016 18:45, UK
Roma defender Ashley Cole has had his contract terminated at the Italian club by mutual consent.
The move comes two days after Sky Italia revealed the player had accepted an offer to move to MLS franchise LA Galaxy.
Cole's time at the Serie A club appeared to be limited when he was left out of Roma's 25-man Champions League squad in September.
The 35-year-old made 16 appearances for Roma last season, but did not play at all in the current campaign.
Cole moved to Italy on a free transfer in July 2014 after spending eight years at Chelsea.
He started his career at Arsenal before his move to Stamford Bridge, and during his time as a Premier League player won 107 caps for England.
"AS Roma can today confirm that Ashley Cole's contract has been terminated by mutual consent," a statement on Roma's official website read.
"The 35-year-old English defender joined Roma in July 2014 following spells with Crystal Palace, Arsenal and Chelsea.
"After making his Giallorossi debut on 30 August 2014 in Roma's 2-0 opening day victory over Fiorentina, Cole went on to make a total of 11 appearances in Serie A and a further five in the Coppa Italia and the Champions League.
"The club would like to thank Cole for his commitment during his stay in Rome and wish him the very best for his future career."
