Dumfries and the banner with Theo Hernandez on a leash, investigation by the FIGC prosecutor’s workplace. The Dutchman apologizes: “I made a mistake”

The FIGC prosecutor’s workplace opened a file referring to the habits of the Inter participant, Denzel Dumfries, throughout the celebrations for the Nerazzurri’s Scudetto. The federation had acquired photographs of the banner displayed by Dumfries, after a fan had handed it to him, throughout the parade by way of the streets of Milan: a canine with the AC Milan fan’s face was represented Theo Hernandez worn on a leash like a pet. Dumfries, who throughout the derby which had given Inter the understanding of the Scudetto had been despatched off along with Theo, might have violated the artwork. 4 of the Sports activities Justice Code referring to “loyalty, correctness and probity”.

Dumfries Apology

The Dutch defender apologized for the gesture with a publish on Instagram: “Yesterday was the very best day for me, all of the gamers and the entire membership” writes Dumfrires. “Many due to the followers who turned out of their hundreds for the parade. It was an ideal feeling to have a good time with all of you, it meant loads to the staff. In the course of the parade, I made a mistake by holding up a banner that displayed an inappropriate picture. I am a participant who loves rivalry in soccer, it is a essential a part of any recreation. I notice that holding the banner up was an error of judgment on my half and was not sensible. Let’s shift the main focus to what was probably the most unbelievable season for Inter. Thanks once more for all of your help this season, and for yesterday’s celebrations, I’ll always remember them.”

The president of the Lega Serie A additionally spoke on the episode, talking on Radio Anch’io Sport on Radio Rai, Lorenzo Casini. “I do not suppose it is racism, however poor style. Plainly the brakes have gone. They do not notice how an act of this sort causes hurt to the youthful generations.”