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The English Football Association has accused Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri of misconduct after he spat on Leeds United fans last month.
Mejbri, 22, came on as a substitute in the 83rd minute of the Premier League match between the two sides at Turf Moor on October 18, which the Clarets won 2-0.
But the alleged incident is said to have occurred 16 minutes before his introduction, while the former Manchester United player was warming up.
Lancashire Police looked into the matter following a complaint made by a Leeds fan in the away section of the ground.
An FA statement said: “It is alleged that the player acted in breach of the Laws of the Game and/or in an inappropriate manner and/or used offensive and/or inappropriate behavior by spitting on or towards Leeds United fans in approximately the 67th minute.”
Hannibal Mejbri has until Friday, November 28, to respond.
BBC Sport has contacted both Burnley and Leeds for comment.
Tunisian international Mejbri joined Burnley from Manchester United in August 2024 in a deal that could eventually be worth £9.4m.
He made 50 appearances in all competitions for the Clarets, scoring one goal.
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