Salford City Council have pulled out of negotiations with Salford Red Devils over the club’s attempt to purchase Salford Community Stadium.
The council, which owns the ground, cut ties with Jacobson Management, a group who had been introduced to the stadium by representatives of the Red Devils’ new owners.
A statement issued by the city’s mayor, Paul Dennett, said, external that the council was not able to “progress negotiations” or carry out due diligence as required.
In response, the club expressed their disappointment, external about how the decision would “impact negatively” on everyone connected with the club.
The stadium is currently shared by the Red Devils and Premiership rugby union club Sale Sharks.