Club-record fine received after drunk driving incident: Dompé issues apology

Hamburger SV have confirmed that winger Jean-Luc Dompé remains “suspended from match operations for the time being” following a drunk driving incident.

After news of the incident emerged last week, HSV acted swiftly by suspending the player pending further investigation. The club have now confirmed that Dompé has been handed a club-record six-figure fine, while his exclusion from matchday squads will continue until further notice.

The decision was communicated to Dompé during a further disciplinary meeting held today. Despite the punishment, the Bundesliga side have indicated that the winger is expected to return to training later this week, with his situation to be closely monitored ahead of any potential return to competitive action.

Dompé has also spoken publicly for the first time since the incident, issuing a statement of apology:

“I’m aware that a simple apology is not enough. I absolutely failed to live up to my position as a role model. I made serious mistakes and I will, of course, accept the full consequences. I understand the disappointment of the club, the coaching staff and all the fans who have supported me up to this point. I am incredibly sorry. I also apologise for letting the team down during the crucial period.”

The 30-year-old has made 14 Bundesliga appearances so far this season, scoring two goals.