Rochdale FC striker D’Mani Mellor issues statement following alleged racist abuse at Stockport County match

23.04.2023 - 18:15 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

An investigation has been launched after Rochdale AFC player D’Mani Mellor was alleged to have been the victim of racist abuse following yesterday's match against Stockport County.

Rochdale AFC were relegated from the Football League on Saturday (April 22) after being defeated by the Stockport club at their home ground Edgeley Park.

Wycombe Wanderers striker D'Mani, 22, who is signed on loan to the Rochdale club, said following the match that there is 'no room for racism in football'.

It is believed the alleged abuse came from a Rochdale supporter following the club's defeat. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community In a statement, Rochdale AFC said: “Rochdale AFC can confirm that an alleged incident of racist abuse, directed towards D’Mani Mellor following yesterday’s game, has been reported to the relevant authorities. “The club has a zero-tolerance stance towards any racist, discriminatory, or prejudiced behaviour.

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