Magpies want fair trial as Emre fights racism claims

NEWCASTLE are determined to ensure midfielder Emre is given a fair trial as he attempts to fight allegations of racism.

The Magpies went on to the attack after the Football Association confirmed it is to further investigate claims from Watford’s Al Bangura that he was abused by the 26-year-old Turkey international.

Their actions have been prompted by a series of reports, including one suggesting Bolton striker El-Hadji Diouf had also being involved in a heated exchange with the former Inter Milan star, in the wake of the FA’s decision to charge him with using racially-aggravated words and/or behaviour during his side’s game at Everton on December 30.