Police called in after West Brom's Romaine Sawyers suffers vile racist abuse
Albion have contacted West Midlands Police after Romaine Sawyers was sent a racist message during their defeat to Manchester City.
The club says it is now working with the authorities to ensure the person who sent the vile message will receive the toughest legal punishment.
They will also receive a lifetime ban from The Hawthorns.
A statement released by the club said: "West Bromwich Albion has today contacted West Midlands Police to report a racist message sent to Romaine Sawyers on social media.
"Everyone at the club is appalled by the abhorrent message which was sent during Tuesday’s Premier League fixture against Manchester City.
"The club has a proud history of confronting all forms of discrimination and will assist the authorities with their inquiries, seeking the toughest available legal punishment, as well as a lifetime ban from The Hawthorns for the individual responsible.
"Albion will offer Romaine the relevant support required at this time and continues with its long-standing commitment to help rid football of racism.
"There is No Room For Racism. Anywhere.
"Challenge it, report it, change it."
