Overview
- Major League Soccer said it will revisit the case after previously closing an inquiry that could not substantiate accusations against the sporting director.
- The Philadelphia Union confirmed Tanner is on administrative leave and said it will fully cooperate with the league’s renewed investigation.
- A January MLSPA complaint outlined eight allegations, including discriminatory remarks and inappropriate physical contact, which triggered the league’s initial review.
- The Guardian reported finding supporting evidence for six of the eight allegations based on interviews with 17 sources and reviewed documents.
- Tanner denies the accusations and says he will cooperate; MLS noted he had been required to complete a remedial workplace program, and the Union acknowledged earlier training following “potentially insensitive” gender-based comments.