CITY have issued a statement this afternoon condemning the racist abuse aimed at Lee Angol and Yann Songo’o in the friendly at Chesterfield.

The club say they are working alongside the Spireites and the FA over the incident – and will assist with police enquiries.

Angol and Songo’o were subjected to discriminatory remarks during the first half as they warmed up on the side of the pitch. A supporter subsequently left the stadium after play was suspended for a period.

City’s statement read: “Following the game, the incident was formally reported to the match officials, with all parties involved now taking the matter further to ensure the individual concerned faces the strongest-possible action.”

City chief executive Ryan Sparks said: “I spoke at length last night with the players subjected to the disgusting slurs from a spectator in the home stand.

“We understand Derbyshire Police are investigating the situation, and we will assist accordingly.

“I would like to thank Chesterfield’s chief executive, John Croot, who has been extremely supportive since the incident.

“I am confident the individual will face the strongest-possible consequences as a result of his repulsive actions.

“These events are a reminder of the amount of work that still needs to be done, in order to remove this kind of behaviour from society.

“There is absolutely no place for it and we will continue to do everything in our power to protect any member of our staff from discrimination.

“Our players have our full support, and we stand shoulder to shoulder with them in collective attempts to eradicate all forms of discrimination.”