Mallorca has worked with authorities to identify fans who racially abused Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni

On Saturday, during Real Madrid's quick 1-0 win over Mallorca, a home supporter was caught by television cameras. pointing a monkey gesture in the direction of Aurelien Tchouameniwho scored the only goal of the game at Son Moix.

It's another depressing case of racist abuse in Spanish football. Mallorca are already aware of the incident, and now they have released an official statement saying that an investigation to find the person responsible is already underway.

“In yesterday's match between RCD Mallorca and Real Madrid, images were identified in which a person makes racist gestures. The club has activated the protocol against violence in football and is collaborating with the National Police in identifying of this person.

“RCD Mallorca does not tolerate and will not tolerate any manifestation of racism and actively participates in all campaigns to eradicate this scourge that goes beyond sports.

“Once again, we want to thank the fans for their exemplary behavior. That an isolated case does not stain the respect and sportsmanship of Mallorcanism.