Tottenham have reported ‘vile and dehumanising’ racist posts about Kevin Danso to the police, according to The Independent. The posts were made after a match in the Premier League.
The club has taken swift action, labelling the posts as ‘abhorrent and unacceptable’ and vowing to work with the authorities to bring those responsible to justice.
Background
Kevin Danso is a professional footballer who has played for several clubs, including Chelsea and Arsenal. The posts in question were made on social media and have been widely condemned by fans and players alike.
The Premier League has a zero-tolerance policy towards racism and discrimination, and Tottenham’s decision to report the posts to the police is a clear indication of their commitment to tackling these issues.
Reaction
Tottenham’s decision to report the posts has been widely praised by fans and players, with many calling for greater action to be taken to tackle racism in football.
‘This is a clear example of the kind of vile and dehumanising language that has no place in football,’ said a Tottenham spokesperson. ‘We will work with the authorities to bring those responsible to justice and to ensure that this kind of behaviour is not tolerated in the future.’
What it means
The implications of this incident are significant, and highlight the need for greater action to be taken to tackle racism in football. The Premier League has a zero-tolerance policy towards racism and discrimination, and Tottenham’s decision to report the posts to the police is a clear indication of their commitment to tackling these issues.
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References
- AS
