COLCHESTER United say they are 'very disappointed' to hear of alleged racism aimed towards one of their players during their game at Fleetwood Town, last Saturday.

The U's say that they are fully supporting Fleetwood in their investigations along with the police after the alleged incident, which took place during their League Two fixture at Highbury Stadium.

 

In a statement, Fleetwood Town FC said: 'Fleetwood Town are disappointed to be made aware of an allegation of racism towards a Colchester United player during our EFL League Two game on Saturday 30 November.

'We are a community-based football club who pride ourselves on our inclusion and are proud to welcome all to Highbury Stadium.

'The club take all reports of discrimination incredibly seriously and are fully co-operating with Lancashire Constabulary who are now investigating the matter.

 

'We stand side by side with the EFL and our supporters in taking a zero-tolerance approach to tackling racism within the game.

'Fleetwood Town would encourage anyone who witnesses such behaviour to report via our direct number 07388 997153, via the Kick it Out app or to a steward at Highbury Stadium.'

The fresh racism allegation comes three months after racist language allegedly aimed at Colchester United striker Samson Tovide was reported during their League Two game at Accrington Stanley, in late August.

It led to both clubs pledging to investigate the alleged incident, along with Lancashire Police.