Man Utd ban supporter over alleged racist abuse of Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold

Manchester United have issued an indefinite ban to a supporter for alleged racist abuse during last Sunday’s top flight clash against Liverpool.

Manchester United reported on Monday that a supporter had been ejected from the crowd by stewards after abusing Liverpool full-back Trent Alexander Arnold during the 1-1 draw.

But on Tuesday they issued an “indefinite” ban to the individual stressing a zero tolerance approach to behaviour they labelled as “completely unacceptable”.

“Racism and all forms of discrimination are completely unacceptable and do not reflect the values of our club,” a statement from United read.

“Following our investigation into the alleged incidence of racist abuse on Sunday, we have issued an indefinite ban to the individual involved.

“This individual is not welcome at Old Trafford and we want to reinforce that we will continue to take strong action against anyone who we identify has engaged in racist or discriminatory abuse, either online or at our matches.”

The fan does have the option of appealing for the ban to be overturned but the prevailing mood is unforgiving for such incidents after a weekend marred by a series of reports of racial abuse.

Two men were arrested following the FA Cup fourth qualifying round tie between Haringey Borough and Yeovil Town on Saturday, a match which was abandoned after Haringey player Coby Rowe alleged he was racially abused and the teams left the field.

The tie will be now be replayed on October 29.

Haringey chairman Aki Achillea claimed goalkeeper Douglas Pajetat was spat upon and had a bottle thrown at him.

Northampton are also investigating claims of discriminatory chanting by Salford during their Sky Bet League Two match on Saturday.

It follows England’s black players enduring horrific abuse by a second of Bulgaria fans in Sofia during their recent Euro 2020 qualifier.

source: express.co.uk