Chelsea opted not to renew Wilkins' contract as assistant manager last week and the decision came as a surprise to many in football.
Wilkins, who started his playing career at Stamford Bridge, has revealed he is trying to find answers for the reasons behind the club's decision to let him go.
He has sought advice from the League Managers' Association and has expressed his disappointment at being released by the Premier League champions.
"I am very disappointed that the board decided that I had no further contribution to make at Chelsea Football Club which has played such a huge part in my life," said Wilkins.
"Since rejoining the club, I am extremely proud to have assisted in Chelsea's recent successes.
"I enjoyed a fantastic relationship with the staff, players and the supporters and I now wish them all the very best for the future.
"The LMA's legal advisors are assisting me in obtaining answers to a number of questions arising from my undoubtedly unfair dismissal, and all efforts are being made to reach an amicable solution.
"I therefore will be making no further comment at this stage."
The LMA's chief executive Richard Bevan acknowledged his organisation's surprise at Wilkins' exit after he had returned to the club in 2008 to initially help out Luiz Felipe Scolari.
Bevan said: "Ray's departure from the club was certainly a surprise given the success that Chelsea enjoyed after his arrival, and the fact that they are reigning Barclays Premier League champions, and currently top this season's table.
"He has enjoyed an illustrious career to date which began with Chelsea and I share his disappointment and sadness at his leaving the club."
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