FC Shakhtar Donetsk is aware that a prohibited substance was reportedly found in an out-of-competition doping control sample provided by Darijo Srna on 22 March 2017.



The player is not currently banned from playing. However, after consulting the club, Darijo Srna has taken the decision not to play until the matter has been resolved so he can concentrate on preparing his defence. The club respects and supports Darijo’s decision and is confident that the player will clear his name.



At the same time, FC Shakhtar Donetsk considers the use of doping in sport unacceptable and reaffirms its adherence to the idea of combating doping.



We are unable to comment on the matter any further at this stage due to the confidentiality of the legal proceedings.