Sky Blues could be sent to Coventry over ground issue
Sunderland’s League One rivals Coventry City have been warned they face expulsion from the Football League if they cannot provide information about where they will play their home games next season.
The EFL board has written to the Sky Bet League One club asking for an update by March 5 on where they intend to be based for the 2019-20 campaign.
The Sky Blues are currently playing at the Ricoh Arena, which is owned by Wasps Rugby Football Club, but the existing rent deal runs out in May.
Wasps are refusing to enter discussions over a new agreement until ongoing legal action regarding the sale of the stadium comes to a close.
If Coventry cannot provide the EFL with more information an Extraordinary General Meeting will be held on April 25 where EFL clubs will consider throwing them out of the league.
The Sky Blues, who are chasing a play-off spot in League One, have called on Wasps to come to an agreement before the deadline.
They said in a club statement: “The dates show how stark the situation facing the football club now is and that time is running out.
“Our only option is to continue to play at our home, the Ricoh Arena.
“Coventry City Football Club wants to do a deal with Wasps Rugby Club as soon as possible, to resolve this impasse so that the dates above are not encountered.
“All parties now need to work together for the good of Coventry City Football Club, its supporters, the Ricoh Arena, the City of Coventry and our community.”