Hamilton Academical expect a winding up petition lodged by HMRC in relation to a legacy debt to be withdrawn.
The Scottish League 1 side confirmed the move by the tax authority and said the liability had arisen under the club’s previous ownership.
The club says it has provided HMRC with proof of “imminent incoming funds” and has proposed a repayment plan.
Accies explained they have eight days to submit its answers and go on to say they “fully expect the matter will be resolved and the petition subsequently withdrawn”.
HMRC has been asked for comment.
Rob Edwards’ Morley Sports Management Group bought Accies from Seref Zengin in January after a turbulent 18 months, which involved multiple points deductions and relegation from the Championship following a series of rule breaches.
Players threatened to go on strike earlier this season over unpaid wages as Hamilton fought to avoid insolvency.
Accies intend to return to New Douglas Park from next season, having played at Broadwood in Cumbernauld this term.
On the park, Hamilton finished second bottom of their division after points deductions totalling 21. They subsequently entered the League 1 play-offs and lead League 2 side 3-1 at the midway stage of their semi-final. The sides meet again at Broadwood on Saturday, with Clyde leading Spartans 2-0 in the other semi-final.
