Sheffield Wednesday has publicly condemned racist abuse directed at the family of one of their players following the club's 2-0 League One defeat to Notts County on Tuesday. The club has not disclosed the identity of the player involved.

In a statement, Sheffield Wednesday affirmed their full support for the affected player and their family, emphasizing a strong stance against racism. The club described such abuse as "abhorrent" and asserted that it has no place in football or society. They further stressed that there is no tolerance, excuse, or ambiguity when addressing racism or any form of discrimination.

The club confirmed they are collaborating with the "relevant authorities" to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the offensive messages sent via social media. Sheffield Wednesday also reiterated their commitment to taking the strongest possible action against individuals engaging in abusive behavior.