FA seeks observations from Wolves following Nuno Espirito Santo’s ref rant

'The referee does not have the quality to whistle a game in the Premier League'

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo reacts on the touchline during the Premier League match at Turf Moor, Burnley.

The Football Association has sought observations from Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo over comments he made about referee Lee Mason.

The Portuguese criticised the official’s performance following his team’s 2-1 Premier League defeat at Burnley on Monday evening and it is understood he has now been asked to explain those remarks by the game’s national governing body.