The International Olympic Committee says no decision has been taken on whether to introduce a blanket ban on transgender women from female categories across all sports.
IOC president Kirsty Coventry previously vowed to bring in the move as part of her election campaign.
On Monday the Times reported that the ban was set to be announced as early as next year.
Despite the IOC statement, the likely outcome is that such a ban will be introduced.
Last week an update was presented by the organisation’s medical and scientific director to members as it works through the details of the potential move.
Coventry told BBC Sport in June that the IOC must “play a leading role” in discussions in this area.
At the time she revealed a working group on the issue made up of experts and international federations would “ensure that we find consensus”.
In February US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that prevents transgender women from competing in female categories.
Source: BBC
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