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Now the POLICE get involved in row over bitter Merseyside derby: Cops launch investigation into 'threats and hate crimes' in tweets directed at Everton's Jordan Pickford and Richarlison after they caused Virgil van Dijk and Thiago injuries

Merseyside Police have announced they are investigating several offensive tweets believed to have been aimed at Everton duo Jordan Pickford and Richarlison following the weekend's fiery Merseyside derby.

The Toffees goalkeeper's performance in their 2-2 draw against Liverpool was mired in controversy after a nasty challenge on Virgil Van Dijk saw him widely condemned, while Brazilian forward Richarlison saw red for an unpleasant challenge on Reds midfielder Thiago Alcantara.

However, police have confirmed that an investigation has begun looking to a number of tweets in relation to two Everton players believed to be the England and Brazil internationals respectively.