October 2nd 2023.
Tottenham have released a powerful statement condemning the racist abuse Destiny Udogie received after his team's 2-1 victory against Liverpool on Saturday. Udogie was involved in the sending off of Diogo Jota in the second half.
The statement released on Monday read: "We are disgusted at the racist messages directed towards Destiny Udogie on social media following Saturday's game against Liverpool. We will work with the Premier League and, where possible, take action against any individual we are able to identify. We stand with you Destiny."
Anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out echoed the club's sentiments, with Head of Player Engagement Troy Townsend saying he was "appalled" by the abuse of the defender online. Townsend went on to say: "No amount of controversy or high emotion surrounding a game can ever warrant this abhorrent outburst. We are extremely concerned that players are being continually targeted on social media following games in the worst possible terms and it is vital that those responsible are held to account."
Udogie has had an impressive start to his first season at Spurs, having signed in August 2022 and spending last season on loan at Udinese. He has started all seven matches in the Premier League and scored the dramatic late winner against Liverpool, moving Spurs just one point behind league leaders Manchester City.
It is clear from the statement issued by the club and the anti-discrimination charity that racism will not be tolerated in the game. With their next match against Luton Town, Spurs will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season and send a message that racism has no place in football.
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