Referee David Coote suspended over alleged video
Premier League referee David Coote has been suspended after a video allegedly showing him making derogatory comments about Liverpool and the club's former manager Jurgen Klopp was circulated on social media.
Refereeing body PGMOL says the suspension comes into force with immediate effect and is pending a full investigation.
The video, widely shared on social media, is unclear when it was filmed or its authenticity.
Coote, 42, refereed Liverpool's 2-0 win against Aston Villa on Saturday. He is one of the Premier League’s most experienced officials and has been refereeing matches in the top flight since 2018.
Klopp criticised Coote after the match, saying the referee failed to give fouls for challenges made on Liverpool's players.
Referees are required to inform PGMOL of the club they support.
Coote, from Nottingham, is registered as a Notts County fan and is therefore unable to officiate County or Nottingham Forest matches.
PGMOL says it will not be making further comment on the case until its investigation is completed.
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