Newcastle Go Quiet On Emre Racism Charge

Last updated : 18 February 2007 By Footy Mad - Editor
... the midfielder was rocked by ANOTHER black player who has come forward to add to the Turk's problems.
Watford's Al Bangura claims he was racially abused during a Carling Cup tie against United in November.
The FA are already investigating comments made by Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf and Everton defender Joseph Yobo, and this could be the final nail in Emre's Premiership coffin. He has already threatened to quit England if he is found guilty, and Bayern Munich are one of a number of clubs ready to make an offer in the summer.

Emre: "I have not become a racist. I am waiting for the results of my hearing, but I feel comfortable. In my heart, I am not afraid. The truth will come out."

Emre's agent, Ahmet Bulut, claims there is a witch hunt to get at his player: "Why is this coming out now after incidents four or five months ago?"

Newcastle have gone very quiet, publishing a statement on Newcastle's official website that tells us nothing: "Emre is still awaiting a date for his personal hearing where he intends to deny the charges brought against him and it would be inappropriate to make any further comment at this stage.

"We have not received any communication regarding any other allegations."