Galatasaray's statement, said: “Since the commencement of his managerial duties in Turkey, Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has persistently issued derogatory statements directed towards the Turkish people.
Galatasaray announced they intended to “initiate criminal proceedings concerning the racist statements made by Jose Mourinho”, and would submit official complaints to Uefa and Fifa.
Ex-Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho, now in charge of Turkish giants Fenerbahce, made comments about the Galatasaray bench “jumping like monkeys” after an early tackle in Monday’s 0-0 draw.
FENERBAHCE accused Galatasaray of “pathetic slander” after the latter claimed Jose Mourinho made “racist statements”.
“We formally declare our intention to initiate criminal proceedings concerning the racist statements made by Jose Mourinho, and shall accordingly submit official complaints to UEFA and FIFA.”.
