Police arrest Leeds fan after allegations of racist abuse directed at Nuno Tavares and Nicolas Pepe

Police have arrested a Leeds fan following accusations of racist abuse directed towards Arsenal players at Elland Road.

The Gunners reported the incident during the first half of their 4-1 Premier League win on Saturday night, with the alleged taunts understood to have been aimed at substitutes Nicolas Pepe and Nuno Tavares.

Leeds said in a statement: ‘Leeds United can confirm that an investigation into claims of racism during the first half of our game with Arsenal are underway, and that one arrest has been made in connection to the allegation.

The alleged taunts were understood to have been aimed at Nicolas Pepe (L) and Nuno Tavares (R)

‘Racism will not be tolerated at Leeds United and any supporter found to be using racist language will be subject to a life time ban for all Leeds United games.’

Half-an-hour into last night’s clash, Arsenal sub Rob Holding was seen speaking to fourth official John Brooks about the apparent racist language from a fan in the West Stand. Referee Andre Marriner then came over to the dugout and spoke to Leeds coaches about the claim.

At full-time, police went down to the pitch to speak to Emile Smith Rowe, who was on the Arsenal bench during the first half, and other members of the visiting staff.

Referee Andre Marriner (L) was involved in talks after the alleged incident during the first half

Police also spoke to Emile Smith Rowe (R) who…