NOW we know. Alex McLeish is not frightened to make big decisions.
Every new manager needs to lay down a marker when he moves to a new club.
In McLeish's case, it has come in the form of a foot planted firmly on the backside of Lee Camp.
And, trust me, it is a decision that will have left the rest of the Nottingham Forest dressing room sitting up and taking notice.
McLeish will have known exactly what he was doing when he told the long-serving keeper that he can find himself another club.
And it was about more than merely addressing a goalkeeping issue that has been a problem for more than a year.
It was about sending out a message – firstly the message that nobody is bigger than Forest.
But also the loud-and-clear notion that he is not to be messed with.
As recently as two years ago, Camp was regarded as being the best keeper outside the top flight. Many shared that opinion, including me.
For two seasons, he was absolutely integral to Forest finishing in the top six under Billy Davies.
Then, before the start of last season, Swansea made a bid for him. A Premier League club came calling.
And, since their approach was rejected by Forest, Camp has not been the same player.
The fire and passion that he had when he pulled on a Forest shirt seemed to disappear.
More significantly, so did the string of outstanding saves that had become his trademark – and the fist-pumping celebrations that often followed.
To Forest, he was still an important figure – and they had been trying to tie him to a new deal to secure his long-term future.
But an agreement could not be reached. And the stand-off that has followed has not helped his form either.
The impression you got, from the outside, was that Camp had the look of a man who was already contemplating a future elsewhere.
Whatever the reason for it, whether the two things were connected or not, one thing cannot be questioned.
Camp has not been playing like the best keeper outside the Premier League for some time.
And fair play to McLeish for taking action.
If Camp was going to leave in the summer anyway, could you guarantee his 100 per cent commitment and drive between now and the end of the campaign?
If we are honest, you would not be able to guarantee it from many players in that situation. Not completely.
So, while it might seem like a drastic step to bomb out Camp now, what has it actually cost McLeish?
Not a lot. In many ways, it is a very astute move.
Camp would probably have moved on in the summer anyway. Now, if there is interest in him, Forest might collect a nominal fee.
And, as well as making room to bring in his own man, McLeish has sent out a message.
Yes, much will depend on who does come in to replace Camp.
But the names in the frame are not too shabby, are they?
It sounds like Robert Green may prove to be too costly for Forest's pocket. We will see if QPR are willing to pay more of his wages towards the end of the window, perhaps.
But Forest might be able to sign another former England man, in the form of Blackburn's Paul Robinson. He seems to have been around forever, but he is actually only 33, which is not old for a keeper.
And he has vast experience.
If not, Lukasz Fabianski, the Arsenal keeper, would not be a bad shout.
In the meantime, Karl Darlow is more than capable. He has a chance to demonstrate his potential, as Forest take on Peterborough today.
And there is nothing Forest fans like more than seeing somebody come through the youth system at the City Ground and prove themselves.
If he comes in and does well, it will give a lift to everyone.
Plus McLeish has also provided some motivation for the rest of his squad.
McLeish has demonstrated his own authority. He has shown the players who is boss.
It won't be the last big decision McLeish has to make before the end of the month.
It is not an exaggeration to say that what happens during the transfer window could shape the course of the rest of the season.
Forest are not too far away, but if they can make a few more quality additions, it could make all the difference.
There is also a lot to be said for dressing room harmony.
If Camp has been moping around the place, moving him on will not do any harm.
Forest fans might not appreciate the comparison, but the one thing Nigel Clough has achieved at Derby is to revive his dressing room; to generate a spirit of togetherness.
And he has done that by doing a lot of clearing out.
Players who were not entirely committed to the cause, who did not want to be Derby players, were moved on, without ceremony.
And that has become their strength. They do not have a host of outstanding players, but they have a strong team.
There are not many players you could accuse of being short of commitment at Forest, I would imagine. But, if there are one or two, then getting them out now will be a step forward; it will be a positive move.
And, with McLeish having flexed his muscles this week, it might inspire a little fresh effort from any who were short of motivation.