Rangers have released a statement on the online abuse that Djeidi Gassama and Emmanuel Fernandez have recently faced on social media, calling the messages 'unacceptable.'
Following the club's 2-2 draw away to Livingston, winger Gassama and defender Fernandez were both subjected to racist abuse on Instagram, which was then reported to police and Meta.
Now, the duo's club has responded via a statement on their website. In full, it said: "Following yesterday’s game, Djeidi Gassama and Emmanuel Fernandez were subjected to racist abuse on their Instagram accounts. For any player, opening a phone and seeing abuse tied to the colour of their skin is simply unacceptable.
"The content has been reported to Meta and will be reported to Police Scotland.
"The accounts appear to be anonymous and are not connected to the club in any way. That may make action harder to take, but it does not lessen the seriousness of what happened or the responsibility of the platform involved.
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"Our immediate priority is the wellbeing of the players involved. We are in direct contact with Djeidi and Manny and have offered our full support both now and through any future judicial process.
"We are proud that they stood up for themselves by highlighting this vile abuse last night.
"Manny and Djeidi represent Rangers with commitment and pride. Every time they step onto the pitch, they do so on behalf of this club and our fans.
"Many supporters have already reached out with messages of support. We welcome that backing. It reflects what this club stands for: pride in the shirt, respect for those who wear it, and a commitment to stand together."
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