Pundit questions Leeds United’s stance.
Kiko Casilla was charged by the FA this week for using racist language regarding a Charlton Athletic opponent.
BBC Sport report Casilla denies the allegations and Leeds have until November 12 to make a formal response.
Leeds said in their club statement on the matter that Casilla ‘remains available for selection’.
Talksport pundit and former striker Darren Bent has questioned Leeds’ stance.
He told Talksport Drive on Tuesday (5/11) that he could see the situation was a ‘tricky one’.
Former Charlton forward Bent claims to have heard that Casilla’s alleged comments were made in a descriptive manner rather than an insulting one.
Even so Bent feels Casilla should not be playing for the Whites this weekend.
He said: “I’m really surprised Leeds have decided to stick with him while this is going on.”
Former Real Madrid stopper Casilla has requested a personal hearing with the FA.
If they rule against him he could end up facing a ban, which would hurt the club’s promotion hopes.
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