LaLiga president Javier Tebas has apologised to Vinicius Junior and insisted he is not a racist after his comments to the Real Madrid star sparked an outcry.
Vinicius was sent off against Valencia on Sunday at the end of a match marred by racist chanting from the stands. He later claimed LaLiga “belongs to the racists” after he was subjected to yet another round of racism.
Valencia have been fined €45,000 (£39,000) and ordered to part-close their stadium for five matches, while three people have been arrested by Spanish police. Vinicius, who had his red card rescinded, has frequently criticised the lack of action from LaLiga and Tebas hit back by attacking the 22-year-old victim on Twitter.
