Liverpool release strong statement after Ibrahima Konate racist abuse

Liverpool have issued a powerful response after Ibou Konate was subjected to racist abuse on social media, making it clear that the situation cannot be allowed to continue.

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The club’s statement comes at a time when attention should be on performances, particularly after a dominant display against Galatasaray, yet once again the focus has been dragged elsewhere by unacceptable behaviour.