Manchester United want to identify fans who sung Romelu Lukaku song at Southampton

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Simon Peach23 September 2017

Manchester United have asked for CCTV footage to try to identify those chanting a controversial song about Romelu Lukaku in the win at Southampton, with a view to taking further action.

The 24-year-old striker continued his fine start to life at United at St Mary's on Saturday afternoon, when his first-half effort was enough to secure a hard-fought Premier League win.

Lukaku has quickly become a fans' favourite, although a song to the tune of the Stone Roses' 'Made of Stone' has caused controversy as it references the size of his penis - a song anti-discrimination body Kick It Out have called "offensive and discriminatory".

Both club and player urged fans to refrain from chanting the song, but it could be heard in Southampton after he scored in the 20th minute, as were chants of "we'll sing what we want".

Speaking after the game, Jose Mourinho said he doens't understand what the fans are chanting, but praised them for thier support.

"I don't understand what the fans sing," he said.

"The only music I understand clearly is one from my opponents when they tell Mourinho to go to a place. That's the only one I understand.

"But the only thing I will say is the fans were amazing, the support amazing from the first to the last minute.

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"It's important to have that not when you're winning 3-0 or 4-0 and winning the game, but it's more important when you are defending and are exhausted. The songs? I don't understand them."

A United spokesperson added: "Manchester United has a zero tolerance stance on offensive chanting and behaviour.

"The club and player have been clear in asking for an end to the chant.

"The club has worked with relevant bodies and supporters groups in trying to eradicate any offensive behaviour and will take further action against individuals if this continues.

"The club is in discussion with the police and has asked for CCTV footage from Southampton and will try to identify those who disrespected the player's wishes not to sing the song."