Harlequins and England flanker Chris Robshaw says his club will be "in a better place" without England wing Marland Yarde.
Yarde, 25, left Quins to join fellow Premiership side Sale on Wednesday.
Having missed training with Quins for a third time this season, he was dropped for the Champions Cup defeat by Wasps on 22 October.
"I am disappointed in him. Marland has unfortunately run out of lives," former England captain Robshaw told the BBC in a frank interview.
Last week Quins director of rugby John Kingston asked Yarde to find a new club. He believes it was in the club's "best interest" for him to do so.
He added: "I'm building a positive environment and culture at Harlequins, on and off the field, which I believe will ultimately allow us to challenge for honours."
Robshaw said: "It's a massive shame for the club because he's a talented player, but John has made a great stance."
Former England and Harlequins winger Ugo Monye told BBC Radio 5 live: "Over the past few years, Marland's off-field behaviour has not been in line with the core values, culture and beliefs of Harlequins, and that is what has led to this decision being made.
"Any player can make a mistake, but we are talking about a player who is a repeat offender. Missing training was the straw that broke the camel's back.
"There is only so much a coach can do. It is a series of events that has led to John Kingston putting his foot down.
"He has played well for Harlequins, but it has always been his off-field manner than has held him back. His biggest obstacle is going to be himself."
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