The PGMOL has taken the decision to sack Premier League referee David Coote following the controversy involving Liverpool and former manager Jurgen Klopp.
The 42-year-old English official’s actions have led to widespread condemnation, including allegations of xenophobic remarks aimed at Klopp and other inappropriate conduct caught on video.
PGMOL, which governs refereeing in English football, launched a comprehensive investigation into Coote’s behavior after a series of allegations surfaced. The findings of the investigation confirmed that Coote had breached the provisions of his employment contract, and as a result, his position as a Premier League referee has been deemed untenable.
In an official statement released on X, PGMOL confirmed the termination of Coote’s employment, though the referee retains the right to appeal the decision:
The full statement read:
“Following the conclusion of a thorough investigation into David Coote’s conduct, his employment with PGMOL has been terminated today with immediate effect.”
“David Coote’s actions were found to be in serious breach of the provisions of his employment contract, with his position deemed untenable.”
“Supporting David Coote continues to be important to us and we remain committed to his welfare.
David Coote has a right to appeal the decision to terminate his employment.”
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Following the conclusion of a thorough investigation into David Coote’s conduct, his employment with PGMOL has been terminated today with immediate effect.
David Coote’s actions were found to be in serious breach of the provisions of…
— PGMOL (@FA_PGMOL) December 9, 2024
David Coote refereeing in the Premier League (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
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