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Phil Foden, Family Attacked on Video Backstage at Amir Khan vs. Kell Brook Fight

Manchester City issued a statement in support of midfielder Phil Foden after a video posted on social media appeared to show his family being harassed at Saturday's boxing match between Kell Brook and Amir Khan at Manchester Arena.

ESPN reported Sunday the Greater Manchester Police were contacted after the incident involving Foden's family and a group of men inside an arena corridor.

"The club is aware of a video which has circulated on social media showing Phil Foden and his family being harassed and abused," City's statement read. "We are shocked and appalled about the nature of the abuse and ensuing assault on one of Phil's family members.