An Everton fan has been arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence during Manchester City's 3-3 draw at the Hill Dickenson Stadium.
Both clubs have released statements condemning the alleged racist abuse which was directed towards Antonine Semenyo and Marc Guehi.
Semenyo was reported to have been the victim during the match while Guehi was allegedly subjected to abuse on social media after the contest.
A statement from City said: "Manchester City strongly condemns the racist abuse directed towards Antoine Semenyo at yesterday's match.
An Everton fan has been arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence
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"We welcome the swift action taken by Everton and the police to identify the individual responsible.
"We are also incredibly disappointed to hear that Marc Guehi was subject to a series of vile racist social media posts last night.
"We will continue to offer our full support to both Antoine and Marc and never accept discrimination of any kind in our game."
Eveton also released a statement reading: "Everton Football Club can confirm that a supporter was arrested during Monday evening's 3-3 Premier League draw with Manchester City at Hill Dickinson Stadium following reports of racist abuse directed towards an opposition player.
Semenyo was reported to have been subjected to racial abuse yesterday
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"Merseyside Police arrested a 71-year-old man on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after supporters and stewards reported the incident.
"He has since been bailed with conditions, including restrictions preventing him from going within one mile of any designated sports stadium for a period of up to four hours before kick-off, during matches and up to four hours after the final whistle.
"Racism and discrimination in all forms are completely unacceptable. They have no place in our stadia, our sport or in society, and behaviour of this nature will not be tolerated.
"A swift response from fellow supporters, stewards and Merseyside Police led to the individual being identified and appropriate action taken.
Merseyside Police released a statement confirming the arrest
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"The club will continue to work closely with the authorities to support their investigation and will take the strongest possible action in line with its zero-tolerance approach."
City and Everton shared the points yesterday evening, with Jeremy Doku getting a last-minute equaliser to avoid defeat for Pep Guardiola's side.
Goals from Thierno Barry and Jake O'Brien pinned City back 3-1, with Marc Guehi making a key error for Barry's first.
City drew yesterday evening against Everton 3-3
| REUTERSErling Haaland pulled one back in the 83rd minute before Doku got his second goal in the last minute to salvage a point for City.
The chaotic encounter means Arsenal sit five points clear of City, who can only reduce the gap to two points if they win their next game against Brentford.
All Mikel Arteta's side have to do is win their remaining three fixtures to be crowned Premier League champions.
They have David Moyes and Everton to thank, who put in a fantastic performance against the Citizens, albeit with just a point to show.
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