Hull City have hit out after new signing Robinio Vaz was subjected to what the club described as "abhorrent racist abuse" following the announcement of his arrival, according to BBC News.
The Tigers confirmed the forward's move but were forced into swift condemnation after sections of their own fanbase directed racist comments at Vaz online in reaction to the signing. Hull's statement made clear the club would not tolerate such behaviour and stood firmly behind their new recruit.
While details of Vaz's transfer itself remain limited, the story has quickly become less about football and more about the club's response to the discriminatory abuse, with Hull vowing action against those responsible. It's a troubling reminder that even routine transfer news can be marred by ugly conduct from a minority of supporters, and the club's public rebuke signals they intend to take the matter seriously rather than let it slide.