Greater Manchester Police are investigating the abuse of Manchester United players on social media.
The incidents took place after the Reds’ shock home defeat by bottom-club Sheffield United on Wednesday night.
And it has continued with Axel Tuanzebe, Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford all being targeted.
Greater Manchester Police issued the following statement: “We are aware of a number of Manchester United football players suffering abuse on social media accounts between Wednesday, January 27 and Saturday, January 30.
“Nobody should be subject to such abuse and it is deeply upsetting not only to those who suffer it, but to all those who come across this awful language too.
“These hateful words have no place anywhere in our society whether online or otherwise.
“A number of these comments have been reported to us and we are liaising with those involved to provide support and we will be investigating these crimes thoroughly.
“Tackling hate crime remains a priority for GMP and we take these reports very seriously.
“We would always encourage anyone who has been a victim, or witness of hate crime to report it at the earliest opportunity via 101, LiveChat or online. Alternatively you can visit www.letsendhatecrime.com Always dial 999 in an emergency.”