Police are investigating after Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos suffered racist abuse on social media.
Morelos was streaming a live video on Instagram during which users could post messages.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said in a statement obtained by the PA news agency: “We have been made aware of offensive comments online and officers are investigating.
“We take all allegations of online abuse seriously and will thoroughly investigate such matters.”
The 24-year-old Colombian has been away with the Rangers squad in France as Steven Gerrard’s men prepare for the new Scottish Premiership campaign.
During February, both Police Scotland and Kilmarnock opened investigations after alleged racist language was directed towards the Rangers striker in a match at Rugby Park.
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