NFL 'monitoring' situation in UK after 'Brexit' vote

The NFL, like the rest of the world, is closely observing the situation in the United Kingdom after the nation decided to leave the European Union in a referendum on Thursday.

"We are monitoring and have been in contact with our U.K. office," league spokesman Brian McCarthy told Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio via email. "We head into the 2016 season in strong shape with the three U.K. games already nearing sell-outs again - a testament to the strong and passionate fan base there - and all key media, sponsorship, and licensing partnerships locked in."

The U.K. has been the central hub of the league's attempt to spread its brand oversees. London's Wembley Stadium has played host to the International Series since 2007 to great success, and the NFL has long been known to view London as a gateway to the rest of Europe.

A potential team relocation to London was apparently one of the major topics of the annual league meeting, though a move is seen as unlikely for at least several years.

However, with the U.K. opting to sever ties with Europe, the NFL could potentially look to alter any future plans it has for its relationship with the country.