BoxingScene.com had reported the likelihood of the move a few days ago, but former two division world champion David Haye has now made it official - as he named Ismael Salas as his new trainer.

A few weeks ago, the former WBA heavyweight champion parted ways with Shane McGuigan after only three fights. There was talk that McGuigan asked the 36-year-old boxer to retire from the sport, and that led to their separation.

Haye hired McGuigan in early 2016, upon returning from a long stint of inactivity dating back to 2012. Haye was previously trained for many years by Adam Booth.

Salas has experience working with numerous talented fighters like Jorge Linares, Guillermo Rigondeaux and Nonito Donaire.

Haye has been out of the ring since a shocking eleven round stoppage loss at the hands of Tony Bellew back in March. Haye tore his Achilles during the contest and the injury required immediate surgery. He hopes to return  by the end of the year and is still very motivated to gain a heavyweight world title.

There are ongoing talks to stage a rematch with Bellew in the late fall.

"I am thrilled to welcome Salas, a trainer I have known for a number of years, into my corner," said Haye.

"I have huge respect for what he has achieved on a world level to date and place huge value on what he can bring to my armoury. I am determined not only to get back on the main stage of the heavyweight division, but on entering the ring with a renewed skill set to recapture world titles.

Salas believes Haye can still be a force in the heavyweight division.

"Naturally I have followed David's comeback with great interest, he is a proven world-class talent in an incredibly exciting division. Boxing fans want to see him back in the biggest shows, hunting world titles, and that is exactly where I believe he belongs," Salas said.