Ricky Hatton is on the hunt for a new training team ahead of his comeback.
The Hitman has parted ways with Lee Beard, an integral part of his corner - and brother Matthew's trainer.
Beard has left the United Kingdom to take up a training appointment in America, with reports suggesting he will taking charge of former super-featherweight world champion, Joan Guzman.
It leaves Hatton, who is likely to return to action in May or June, searching for a new mentor after Floyd Mayweather Snr's ill-fated reign ended immediately the devastating two-round KO at the hands of Manny Pacquiao.
"Lee has strong family connections in America and we fully understand his wish to move out there," said a Team Hatton statement.
"As far as Ricky is concerned he has not made any decision as to who will be replacing Floyd Mayweather senior as his trainer and he will address this issue on his return from holiday.
"Lee Beard has taken up a training appointment in America and will no longer be connected with Hatton Promotions Ltd, Ricky Hatton or Matthew Hatton.
"In the meantime Ricky, Matthew and everyone in the Hatton Camp wish Lee every success for the future."
Team Hatton also confirmed that veteran trainer Bob Shannon will take charge of Matthew's training for his February 19 fight with Georgia's Mikheil Khucishvili.
Shannon moved his fighters, including David Barnes, over to Hatton's Hyde gym in September.
Source: skysports.com
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