Sunderland has terminated Adam Johnson's contract after the winger pleaded guilty to child sexual activity and grooming.
England international Adam Johnson has seen his contract terminated by Premier League club Sunderland after the winger on Wednesday pleaded guilty to one count of child sexual activity and one count of grooming.
A statement from the Premier League club on Thursday confirmed: "In light of Adam Johnson's guilty pleas, the club has today terminated his contract with immediate effect.
"The club will make no further comment."