Manchester Metropolis are understood to offer Antoine Semenyo help after the ahead highlighted additional racial abuse he has acquired this season.
The 26-year-old posted on his Instagram story earlier this week saying “It’s started again” with a screenshot of a remark despatched to him.
Within the opening match of the season towards Liverpool, whereas taking part in for former aspect Bournemouth, Semenyo reported being racially abused by a supporter with referee Anthony Taylor stopping play. The Ghana worldwide scored twice in a 4-2 defeat.
Mark Mogan, 47, was arrested and charged by Merseyside Police with a racially aggravated part 5 public order offence, which he denied at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court docket in December. A trial is scheduled to happen on April 22.
A Premier League spokesperson stated of the newest incident: “We are appalled at the unacceptable online racist abuse targeted at Antoine Semenyo and have offered our support to the player and club.
“Racism has no place in our recreation or wherever in society. It’s clear that extra must be performed to deal with this difficulty and we’ll work alongside golf equipment, soccer our bodies, legislation enforcement and social media firms to make sure this stays a precedence for all.
“Any individuals identified and found guilty of discrimination will face the strongest possible consequences, including custodial sentences, football banning orders and criminal records.”
The FA added in an announcement: “We are appalled at the unacceptable online racist abuse targeted at Antoine Semenyo and have offered out support to the player and club. Racism has not place in our game or anywhere in society.
“It’s clear that extra must be performed to deal with this difficulty and we’ll work alongside golf equipment, soccer our bodies, legislation enforcement and social media firms to make sure this stays a precedence for all.
“Any individuals identified and found guilty of discrimination will face the strongest possible consequences, including custodial sentences, football banning orders and criminal records.”
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