Sunderland have announced that the Darron Gibson has left the Championship club by mutual consent.
The former Manchester United and Everton midfielder, 30, was suspended by his club on March 18 after being charged with drink-driving.
The Derry man is due to appear in court on April 1.
The Republic of Ireland international has not played since January 1 because of injury and his contract was due to expire at the end of the season.
Gibson made 30 appearances in all competitions for Sunderland following his move from Everton in January 2017.
A statement posted on Sunderland's website said: "Following the conclusion of his recent suspension, Darron Gibson will leave Sunderland AFC by mutual consent."
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