JUST NOW: Sunderland A.F.C. Football league Head Coach Régis Le Bris has been banned and suspended from sport as he was tested positive of…. see more

JUST NOW: Sunderland A.F.C. Issue Statement Regarding Régis Le Bris Amid League Review

Sunderland A.F.C. have released an official statement addressing sudden speculation surrounding Head Coach Régis Le Bris earlier today.

Reports began circulating online suggesting disciplinary action, but the club has clarified that the situation currently involves a routine league compliance review, and no formal suspension or ban has been confirmed.

“We are aware of circulating rumors,” the club statement read. “At this stage, there has been no ruling or disciplinary outcome. The club continues to cooperate fully with league procedures.”

Sources close to the organization indicate that the matter is administrative in nature and part of standard regulatory checks that occur periodically within the English Football League structure.

Le Bris, who has been instrumental in reshaping Sunderland’s tactical identity, remains focused on preparations for upcoming fixtures while awaiting further clarification from league officials.

The club has urged supporters to avoid spreading misinformation and to wait for verified updates.

As of now:

• No confirmed positive test has been announced

• No official suspension has been issued

• The league has not released a disciplinary verdict

Sunderland remain committed to transparency and will provide updates if and when official decisions are made.