Leeds United has promised to take strong action against those who sent racist abuse to defender Jayden Bogle after their 1-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
According to BBC Sport, the 26-year-old was hit with racist messages on social media after avoiding a red card for a first-half challenge on Tottenham's Mathys Tel. The challenge led to Tel leaving the game due to injury.
Bogle hit the back of Tel’s ankle with his studs, but referee John Brooks chose not to send him off after a long Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review.
Tottenham is reportedly getting ready to file a formal complaint with the refereeing body Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), asking for an explanation about the referee's decision.
But the debate over the challenge was followed by a surge of racist messages aimed at Bogle on social media.
Leeds reacted strongly, calling the messages disgusting and expressing their shock at the behaviour.
The club shared some of the abusive messages Bogle received, with his permission, to show how serious the situation is.
“There is no place for racism in football or society,” Leeds said in a statement.
“The club will work with the Premier League and relevant authorities to identify the individuals and push for the strongest possible action to be taken against them.”
Leeds also assured Bogle of their full support, saying nobody should face racist abuse.
Tottenham also condemned the incident, calling the abuse disgusting and promising to help find those responsible.
“We will pursue every available avenue to ensure they are identified and face the full consequences of their actions,” Spurs said.
The North London club added that rivalries in football and results on the pitch should not be excuses for racist behaviour.
Bogle reportedly turned off comments on his Instagram account after Saturday’s match as both clubs called for action against online racism.
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