Tottenham Hotspur have taken a firm stance against racism after a vile video surfaced online, targeting their star player Son Heung-min with discriminatory slurs. The club has condemned the incident in the strongest terms, reaffirming their commitment to combating discrimination in football.
The disturbing footage, which circulated on social media, shows an individual directing racist abuse towards the South Korean international. Tottenham swiftly responded with an official statement, expressing their disgust at the incident.
"We are appalled by the racist abuse directed at Sonny," the club declared. "There's no place for racism in football or society. We stand with Sonny and all those who continue to suffer from such abhorrent behaviour."
This isn't the first time Son has faced racial abuse during his time in the Premier League. The 31-year-old forward has been a key player for Spurs since joining in 2015, becoming a fan favourite and club captain.
Tottenham's statement continued: "We will work with the relevant authorities to identify the individual responsible and take the strongest possible action. Discrimination of any kind has no place at our club or in our game."
The incident has sparked fresh debate about online abuse in football, with many calling for social media platforms to implement stricter measures against hate speech. This comes as part of ongoing efforts by football authorities to tackle discrimination in the sport.
Fans and fellow players have rallied around Son, flooding social media with messages of support for the Tottenham captain. The club has encouraged supporters to report any instances of discrimination through their official channels.
