Tottenham have written to supporters strongly warning them against any homophobic or discriminatory chanting, including an offensive song referencing Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.
Spurs sent out an email to season-ticket holders on Friday ahead of their London derby clash against rivals West Ham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday.
Tottenham made a statement strongly condemning the “abhorrent” chants when they were heard from the away end during their 3-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford last month.
And now Spurs have made it clear what will happen to fans caught engaging in any discriminatory chanting, including a song about new signing Dominic Solanke that includes an offensive reference to Gunners boss Arteta.
“Ahead of tomorrow’s home fixture with West Ham United, we will not be complacent and are therefore reminding supporters that the Club takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of discrimination,” the club wrote, per the Daily Telegraph.
“Our stewards will once again be wearing body cams to identify any individuals involved in unacceptable chanting so that the Club can take the strongest possible action, in line with our Sanctions and Banning Policy.
“For the avoidance of doubt, this includes the Dominic Solanke chant with reference to Mikel Arteta and any use of the term ‘Rent Boy’ – which the Crown Prosecution Service considers a homophobic slur and hate crime.
“Stewards will identify those instigating and participating in any such chants – including those covering their mouths. Abuse and intimidation towards our stewards will not be tolerated either, with bans issued where necessary.
“We are justly proud of our superb and loyal support, home and away. However, we all have a responsibility to act as ambassadors of Tottenham Hotspur and discrimination of any kind has no place at our Club.
“We look forward to seeing our fans back at our home stadium, supporting the team in a manner that all our fans can enjoy and be a part of.”
