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Chelsea suspend four fans for alleged racist abuse towards Sterling

Chelsea have suspended four supporters from attending matches for alleged racist abuse directed at Raheem Sterling during Saturday's game against Manchester City.

TV footage that went viral on social media showed spectators shouting at Sterling during the Premier League encounter at Stamford Bridge, prompting investigations from the Blues, the Football Association and the Metropolitan police.

And Chelsea confirmed on Monday that some of those responsible have been identified and banned from attending future games.

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"Chelsea Football Club has suspended four people from attending Chelsea matches pending further investigations into allegations regarding the behaviour of supporters towards Raheem Sterling during our match against Manchester City on Saturday," a statement on their website read.