A Chinese news source has recently reported that Tao has boarded a flight to the U.S.

He was said to have been spotted on the boarding list and in the boarding area of the Beijing airport.

The report said, "Tao has left for the U.S. for his studies. In America, he will get treatment for his leg and it looks like he will start rehabilitation. At the airport, Tao was wearing black and comfortable clothing."

They added, "A lot of people didn't recognize Tao in his casual clothing and sunglasses, but his fans spotted him right away and followed him and took photos of him."

There has still been no word about Tao staying in or leaving EXO.

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We wish Tao all the best in the recovery of his ankle injury.