Durham have confirmed Ruel Brathwaite has been released in order to seek first-team opportunities elsewhere.
The Barbados-born paceman, who turns 28 later this week, has struggled to make an impact during his time at the Emirates Durham ICG.
Having been let go by Durham, he has joined up with Hampshire and could make his debut for the Ageas Bowl outfit in their LV= County Championship meeting with Northamptonshire this week.