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Manchester United Football Club have indicated that they are seeking advice from relevant bodies after Kick It Out, an anti-discrimination group urged them to ban an offensive chant about Romelu Lukaku.

A small group of fans were heard singing the "offensive" song during Manchester United's Champion league fixture with Basel at Old Trafford.

The lyrics that have been deemed offensive by Kick It Out make reference to the size of Lukaku's penis and as a result, the anti-discriminatory group has called on the club to take action.

"Kick It Out is aware of footage of alleged racist chanting by supporters of Manchester United that emerged on Wednesday evening (13 September)," said a Kick It Out spokesman.

"The lyrics used in the chant are offensive and discriminatory. Racist stereotypes are never acceptable in football or wider society, irrespective of any intention to show support for a player.

"We have contacted Manchester United regarding the issue and will be working closely with them and The FA to ensure that it is addressed swiftly.

"If we receive any reports relating to the discriminatory chant, those will be passed on to the governing body and the perpetrators can expect to face punishment."

In response, United issued their own statement which read: "We are seeking advice from the relevant bodies. Manchester United has a zero tolerance towards all forms of discrimination."