“The leaders and senior officers of county council and city council have held discussions with the directors of Oxford United about their search for alternative sites for a potential new stadium,” said a joint statement by all three parties.

“Both councils value Oxford United as important to the residents of Oxford city and Oxfordshire.

“Any future move would not be a short-term process and would be subject to the normal planning requirements.

“However, there is a shared commitment to ensure that Oxfordshire has a multi-use sporting venue that we are all proud to be associated with.

“Oxford United have identified potential sites and has appointed a planning consultant in order to progress its ambition.”

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