YouTube TV will be dropping Disney channels such as ABC and ESPN from its service Friday if negotiations don’t result in a renewed contract between the two, YouTube TV warned subscribers on Monday. Disney countered with its own statement that they are “optimistic” it can reach a deal with YouTube TV before the current distribution deal expires.
In a statement, YouTube announced that they’re in negotiations with Disney to continue distributing their content on YouTube TV – which includes ABC, ESPN, Freeform, FX networks and National Geographic – but as of right now have been unable to “reach an equitable agreement.”