Manchester United have vowed to punish fans who chanted the offensive and racist song relating to Romelu Lukaku in Saturday’s 1-0 win over Southampton.
The Belgium international scored the winner in the first half to keep United level on 16 points with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
But United’s supporters continued to sing a song about the size of the striker’s manhood, before following up with: ‘We’re Man United, we’ll sing what we want.’
United have now confirmed that they have been in contact with the police and will punish fans who are found guilty of using the chant.
A statement from United read: ‘Manchester United has a zero-tolerance stance on offensive chanting and behaviour.
‘The club and player have been clear in asking for an end to the chant.
‘The club has worked with relevant bodies and supporters groups in trying to eradicate any offensive behaviour and will take further action against individuals if this continues.
‘The club is in discussion with the police and has asked for CCTV footage from Southampton and will try to identify those who disrespected the player’s wishes not to sing the song.’
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