One of Oldham’s sponsors has severed ties with the club ahead due to the “imminent signing” of convicted rapist Ched Evans.

Talks on convicted rapist Ched Evans signing for Oldham have concluded for the day without a decision being taken on his future.

Oldham remain in talks over the potential signing of convicted rapist Ched Evans despite a furious backlash from fans, sponsors and politicians.

Oldham appear not to have ruled out signing convicted rapist Ched Evans.

Oldham manager Lee Johnson says it will be a “board decision” if the club opts to sign convicted rapist Ched Evans, as a sponsor threatens to abandon the club if it goes through.