By James Robson
Police are investigating online abuse received by the wife of Arsenal forward Kai Havertz.
Sophia Havertz shared on social media direct messages sent to her after Arsenal was knocked out of the FA Cup by Manchester United on Sunday.
“Officers have received a report of malicious communications towards a Hertfordshire resident on Sunday 12 January. Enquiries are underway,” a Hertfordshire Constabulary spokesperson told the English Press Association on Wednesday.
Arsenal lost on penalties to Cup holder United, with Germany striker Havertz missing a chance from close range to win the game at the Emirates Stadium and then failing to score in the shootout.
His wife shared two posts on her Instagram story on Monday, including one where someone threatens to “slaughter” her unborn baby.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta called for action to be taken.
“It’s incredible, honestly. We really have to do something about it, because accepting that and hiding this has
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