Hull City midfielder suspended for breaching anti-doping rules
It follows an investigation in his home country earlier this year
Last updated 5th Nov 2024
Hull City midfielder Oscar Zambrano has been suspended by the South American Football Confederation for breaching anti-doping rules.
It relates to an investigation into the Ecuadorian when he was playing in his home country earlier this year - before he moved to the MKM Stadium.
The Championship club have said Zambrano will appeal the decision.
The player joined the Tigers on a season-long loan in August this year, making his debut in the 0-0 draw at home to Millwall.
In a statement, the club said: "Hull City can confirm that, with immediate effect, CONMEBOL, the South American Football Confederation, has suspended Óscar Zambrano for breaching the anti-doping rules set out in Articles 6 and 7 of the CONMEBOL Anti-Doping Regulations.
"Zambrano and his defence will use their right to appeal this decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
"The Club is not in a position to provide further information at this time."