The Football Association are reportedly investigating Liverpool women’s goalkeeper, Rafaela Borggrafe for allegedly using racist language.
According to reports, the 25-year-old, who joined Liverpool from SC Freiburg in July, used an offensive and racial remark during the team’s preseason camp.
An LFC spokesperson said: “Liverpool Football Club is aware of an alleged use of discriminatory language by an LFC Women’s player.
“The Club has followed its protocols to the fullest extent and the alleged incident has been reported to the FA, which is conducting an investigation with our full support.
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“We condemn all forms of discrimination; it has no place in football or society. We are unable to comment further while the investigation is ongoing.”
Borgraffe missed the Merseyside derby at Anfield, Liverpool’s opening match of the season. Though, Reds manager Gareth Taylor attributed her absence to a ‘internal club issue.’
According to The Daily Mail, the FA are currently aware of the situation and investigating it.
Representatives of Borggrafe have been contacted for comment.
Speaking later in the month, when discussing her availability before last Sunday’s away defeat to Leicester, Taylor said of Borggrafe: “She’s back in with us. There’s nothing further to report but she’s back training with the team so she comes into contention for the weekend.”
Borggrafe was named as substitute for Liverpool at the King Power Stadium, but did not play.
FA Frown At Players Acting Improperly
Football players are forbidden by FA Rule E3 from acting improperly, bringing the game into disrepute, or using derogatory, abusive, threatening, or indecent language or conduct.
Borggrafe can be subject to fines, suspensions, and required education classes if she is proven guilty.
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