Galatasaray plans to start criminal proceedings against Jose Mourinho and file complaints with soccer's governing body after accusing the Fenerbahce coach of making racist comments after a Turkish league game.

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho amid racism allegation The former Chelsea, Inter Milan and Real Madrid manager has been accused by Galatasaray of making racist comments Galatasaray and Fenerbahce played out a goalless draw game in their meeting on Monday nightGhana legend Michael Essien has jumped to the defence of former manager Jose Mourinho following allegations of racism from Galatasaray.

Fenerbahce have issued a strong statement in response to accusations that Jose Mourinho made ‘racist statements’ following Monday’s 0-0 draw against Galatasaray. Galatasaray said the club planned to launch criminal proceedings against the former Chelsea and Manchester United manager after it was claimed he made ‘derogatory statements’ about Turkish people.