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Allan Saint-Maximin’s emotional message as he leaves club over racism

Allan Saint-Maximin has vowed to protect his children from hatred and discrimination — Allan Saint-Maximin has vowed to protect his children from hatred and discrimination (AP)

Former Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin has left Mexican club Club America by mutual consent.
His departure follows his revelation on social media that his children had been targeted by racist abuse.
Saint-Maximin stated he would "never tolerate" his children being picked on and vowed to fight to protect them from hate and discrimination.
Club America expressed strong condemnation of discrimination and offered solidarity to Saint-Maximin and his family.
Club America coach Andre Jardine described losing Saint-Maximin, whom he called a "fantastic player", as a "real shame".

Ex-Newcastle star Allan Saint-Maximin leaves club after children racially abused — In full