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Kyle Walker has called for action to stop online abuse after the Manchester City defender was sent a “vile, racist and threatening” message after the club. A 2-0 loss to Juventus.
Walker was part of the beaten squad in Turin as Pep Guardiola’s side slumped to a seventh defeat in 10 games.
“No one should be subjected to the vile, racist and threatening behavior I have received online since last night’s game,” Walker wrote on his X and Instagram accounts.
“Instagram and the authorities need to stop this for the sake of all the victims. It is unacceptable.
Manchester City are strongly condemning the racist abuse of Kyle Walker online following last night’s incident.
– Manchester City (@ManCity) December 12, 2024
“To our fans, we will continue to work as a team to improve, improve and improve the corner.”
The City quickly condemned the racist attack. A club statement read: “Manchester City condemns the racist abuse of Kyle Walker online after last night’s game.
“We refuse to tolerate discrimination of any kind, whether it’s in the stadium or online.
“We will give Kyle our full support following the vile tactics he received.”
Walker, 34, joined City for £50m in the summer of 2017 and has won six Premier League titles, two FA Cups and the Champions League with the club.
A statement from the Premier League read: “The Premier League opposes racism of any kind. Racism has no place in our game or anywhere in society. We encourage anyone who hears or sees racist abuse to report it and take action.
“Premier League to help Kyle Walker and club tackle online hate.”
