Tottenham release statement after star faces racist abuse - 'League position no excuse'

Tottenham release statement after star faces racist abuse - 'League position no excuse'Tottenham have released a statement defending Kevin Danso in the aftermath of racist abuse he suffered, insisting their poor Premier League form is no excuseSportSamuel Meade Sports Brand Writer10:43, 19 Apr 2026Updated 10:43, 19 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesKevin Danso was subjected to racist abuse after Tottenham's result on SaturdayTottenham have come out and defended Kevin Danso after the centre-half was subjected to racial abuse in the aftermath of his side's draw with Brighton - which further harmed their survival hopes.‌The north Londoners remain in the bottom three after letting their lead slip against the Seagulls. It was Georginio Rutter who scored their equaliser in stoppage time, with his goal coming after Danso was dispossessed inside his own box.‌The Tottenham defender was criticised for taking a touch rather than clearing his lines first time, and he's been subjected to the brunt of anger on social media, with some comments crossing the line.‌Tottenham have come out and hammered the "abhorrent racist abuse," as they signalled their intent to take immediate action and work with the Metropolitan Police to find those responsible.A club statement read: "Since yesterday’s fixture against Brighton, which took place during the Premier League’s No Room For Racism weekend, Kevin Danso has been, and continues to be, subject to significant and abhorrent racist abuse on social media. We have heard and seen vile, dehumanising racism. Behaviour that is without doubt a criminal offence. It will not be tolerated.READ MORE: Tony Adams hits out at Arsenal and Mikel Arteta: "Why do you need a manager then?"READ MORE: Chelsea left in 'sticky position' as call made on Liam Rosenior's future amid losing run"The club is taking immediate action. We are reporting all identified content to the Metropolitan Police and to the approp...