Chelsea release statement about 'abusive and defamatory' comments against Gallagher over viral social media clip

Chelsea have released a statement regarding the abuse Conor Gallagher has received from online trolls after he missed a high-five with one of the mascots ahead of the Burnley game.

"Chelsea Football Club is aware of a video clip circulating on social media from Saturday’s fixture against Burnley, which has been taken considerably out of context.

"The subsequent level of abuse and defamatory comments directed towards Conor Gallagher is completely unacceptable.

"We are proud to be a diverse, inclusive club where people from all cultures, communities and identities feel welcome."

Gallagher called out as 'racist' by online trolls for stupid reason - here is his crime