Premier League appalled by racist abuse directed at Chelsea s Fofana

The Premier League said it was appalled by the racial abuse suffered by Chelsea centre back Wesley Fofana on social media after his sides 1-0 defeat by Arsenal on Sunday.

The 24-year-old France international posted on his Instagram story the screenshots of racist messages he received and said stupidity and cruelty can no longer hide.

The Premier League is appalled by the abuse suffered by Chelseas Wesley Fofana after their match against Arsenal. We will offer our full support to Wesley and the club, the Premier League said in a statement.

We work with the social media platforms and the authorities to ensure any individuals found guilty of abuse face the strongest possible consequences.

Fofana said on Monday that social media platforms had to take steps to prevent abuse.

Its not just football; its not just a game when some believe that their skin colour makes them superior to others. he added. Its time for things to change, for platforms to take action, and everyone to take responsibility.

Chelsea said they were disgusted by the recent rise in online racial abuse towards our players and that the abuse would not be tolerated. REUTERS

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