'Significant number' of complaints over Bentancur racial slur
Rodrigo Bentancur admitted his comments were a "very bad joke"
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Anti-discrimination charity Kick it Out says it has received a "significant number" of complaints about a racial slur Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur used about team-mate Son Heung-min.
Appearing on Uruguayan TV, Bentancur was asked by a presenter for a Tottenham shirt, before replying: "Sonny's? It could be Sonny's cousin too as they all look the same."
Bentancur later apologised on Instagram and said his comments were a "very bad joke".
"Kick It Out has received a significant number of reports about Rodrigo Bentancur’s comments," the charity said.
"These reports have already been sent to the club and relevant authorities."
The body acknowledged Bentancur's apology but added: "It highlights a wider issue that heavily affects East Asian and wider communities. We’ll be seeking to address these broader issues in the coming season."
Bentancur posted: "Sonny brother! I apologise to you for what happened, it was just a very bad joke.
"You know I love you and I would never disrespect you or hurt you or anyone else! I love you, brother!"
Son has not responded publicly to the apology.