Hibernian have apologised to Rangers over comments made by Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh towards Alfredo Morelos on the Easter Road side’s official online channel.
The 62-year-old was reported to have made a series of violent remarks about the 24-year-old striker following an incident in which he appeared to stamp on Hibs defender Ryan Porteous during the 1-0 defeat to the Ibrox side on Wednesday evening.
Welsh, appearing on ‘The Match’ as a pundit alongside host David Tanner and Hibs women’s captain Joelle Murray, attracted the ire of Rangers fans on social media, many of whom complained to Ofcom over the incident.
The Ibrox club’s Supporter Liaison Officer confirmed an apology had been made directly to Rangers, though urged the Scottish football authorities to launch their own probe.
“We are disappointed at the comments made in relation to Alfredo and our club,” read a statement posted on Twitter.
“Hibs have apologised to the club today. Nevertheless, we are sure these comments will be investigated by the football authorities.”
Ofcom reportedly received 14 complaints over the incident, however have no power to act as Hibs TV is not licensed by the watchdog.
The SFA and SPFL have not yet confirmed whether an official investigation will take place, but Hibs could face a hefty fine as a penalty should they be found guilty.
Morelos scored the only goal of the game in the 51st minute, leaving many members of the Easter Road faithful furious he was allowed to remain on the pitch.
