Bristol City confirmed on Friday that Mark Sykes, Sam Morsy, and Harry Cornick will depart Ashton Gate this summer. By Michael Skubala's own admission, Bristol City are moving into a 'new era.' What that means in exact footballing terms will only become clear in time. The changes at Ashton Gate have been impossible to ignore, with Richard Scudamore and Charlie Boss joining the board, Brian Tinnion departing as technical director, and James Ellis taking over as sporting director. Skubala has been appointed as manager, and the footballing structure at the top of the club has been reshaped. The latest phase is only a matter of days old, with Skubala starting work on Tuesday. The transfer window is not yet open, but City have ensured that their new manager and sporting director have a clean slate to build upon. The departures of Sykes, Morsy, and Cornick create opportunities for new signings and a squad rebuild. Cornick's departure has been on the cards for much of the last two years, with Gerhard Struber and Liam Manning suggesting he needed to leave to play regular football. Morsy's signing was made to plug an injury-caused gap in the squad, and it makes sense that his story with the Reds ends here. Sykes is perhaps the more divisive matter, having been a regular in various positions under Nigel Pearson, Manning, Struber, and Roy Hodgson. On paper, allowing a figure of that importance to leave for nothing may seem surprising, but considering his next contract will likely be the biggest of his career, perhaps the Robins' decision makes sense. The alterations made off the pitch at Ashton Gate are starting to be made on it, with Skubala and Ellis having a hand in the decisions. The new era at Bristol City is underway, and the coming weeks and months will be crucial in shaping the club's future. Bristol City's fans will be eager to see how the squad rebuild unfolds and which new players will be brought in to strengthen the team. The club's ownership has shown a willingness to make changes and invest in the team, and the appointment of Skubala and Ellis is a positive step forward. As the transfer window opens, Bristol City will be looking to make some key signings to bolster their squad and push for a stronger finish in the Championship next season. With the triple exit of Sykes, Morsy, and Cornick, the club has a chance to refresh their squad and bring in some new talent. The future looks bright for Bristol City, and the fans will be excited to see what the new era brings.