Liverpool have suspended the supporter behind a ‘racist’ Divock Origi banner.
A flag depicting Origi’s head on the body of a naked black man was displayed ahead of the Reds’ Champions League win over Genk last Wednesday.
Anfield officials condemned the banner, which is currently the subject of an investigation by Belgian police in conjunction with their Merseyside counterparts.
Separately, Liverpool have taken steps to address the issue with the supporter responsible temporarily suspended from attending all of the club’s games.
It is understood that the European champions’ decision was reached following a meeting of the club’s Sanctions Panel in the aftermath of the incident.
Any tickets the man may have already purchased in advance will be refunded.
He has been given 14 days from the receipt of the letter and email to respond to to the notice of the ban, which will require another panel meeting if fulfilled.
Liverpool’s final ruling carries a variety of potential sanctions including a full ban, a ban and education or a standalone education as well as minor punishments.
It is believed that anti-racism body Kick It Out have been consulted during the investigation process to provide guidance to the club on the matter.
A club spokesman condemned the banner, which was destroyed before the game in Genk, as ‘perpetuating a racial stereotype’ about Origi’s ethnic heritage.