Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos has been speaking out against the horrific abuse he receives from the stands in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports.
The talismanic striker was giving a rare interview with the broadcaster and the Colombian opened up on life at Rangers and his ill-treatment by rival supporters.
Whilst Morelos admits that some of the abuse he receives is “very sad”, he is determined not to let the naysayers win.
“I’ve felt racism both on and off the pitch,” said Morelos.
“It’s very sad to feel that way but it’s not something that affects me much. I just try to focus on my job which is scoring goals and winning matches.
“Sometimes it’s frustrating when a crowd is throwing coins at me or throwing drinks at me, obviously saying racist things to me and making chants about my mother which is obviously very offensive.
“Those things affect my family and are frustrating but I am a strong person and I always believe things can be overcome with hard work. I just focus on my job and try to forget about these things.”
It’s a sad indictment of the game up in Scotland that Morelos can receive this kind of abuse, with so many in denial about it.
If this was any other professional walk of life would claims of abuse of this nature be largely ignored, and even deflected by some quarters [Sky Sports]?
Alfredo deserves every credit for the way that he has handled the at times disgraceful treatment levelled at him.
But far from force him out of Ibrox, Alfredo claims his focus remains on winning things with Rangers.
“At this point my goal is to stay focused on my play and help Rangers stay focused on winning the title and trophies and if I do that I think everything will be calm and good for my family,” said Morelos.
“I’ve generally felt safe. I’m generally unfazed and it’s more about my family and them feeling nervous about the situation.”
