Hannibal Mejbri: Chief Burnley Scott Parker says he will protect the midfielder in front of the Fa Cup Tie VS Preston after citing racist abuse | Football news
Chief coach Burnley Scott Parker says he will make “a decision that I think is right” will he include Hannibal Mejbri on Saturday in the fifth round of the FA CUP against Preston.
After the championship meeting between the two clubs on February 15th, Hannibal said he had suffered “disgusting abuse” in the middle of an investigation In the alleged racist comment on Milutin Osman while drawing 0-0.
Preston said that they were aware of the appeal of former midfielder Manchester United Hannibal to reconcile officers, adding Osman “strongly rejected the claims.”
The Incident Investigation of the Incident in question remains ongoing.
Speaking at a press conference on Thursday afternoon, Parker said that the protection of his player was of the greatest importance, but there was a balance.
“There are two stages for that. There is one that basically I want to protect Hannibal and I don’t want to put it in the situation,” he said.
“On the other hand, why should you miss? This is a decision I will have to make and come.
“I will make the best decision that I think is right for Hannibal, at the same time explaining these situations and seeing where he is comfortable.
“It’s too early now. Tomorrow [Friday] Morning and leading to that I will have these conversations. “
Parker then asked if there was an update of the investigation, to which he replied, “No. This is now going through the investigation and we have not really heard anything in the sense where it is at this present moment.”
After the game, Hannibal posted on X: “I will not remain silent about what happened today.
“I will always call racism whenever I hear it or see it. This is the only way we change as sports and society.
“I’m a strong person, but no one should experience that disgusting abuse on the field.”
The Preston Club statement after the match was: “Preston North End are aware of the complaints submitted by Hannibal Mejbri and Burnley FC today’s matches regarding the commentary on Milutin Osmanjic during today’s Sky Bet Championship in Deepdale.
“Milutin Osmajic strongly rejected the claims on the commentary on Hannibal Mejbri in the meeting after the match with today’s matches.
“The club wants to thank the officers of the match in the way they resolved the issue and will help in the investigation until it is concluded.
“A further comment will not be made at the moment.”
