Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has checked on the well-being of Jesse Lingard and Fred after they were subjected to alleged racist abuse at Manchester City.

Fred was hit by a missile as he went to take a second-half corner in the 2-1 Premier League victory at the Etihad Stadium, where a fan appeared to aim a monkey gesture at the Brazil international and team-mate Lingard.

A 41-year-old man was arrested on Sunday in connection with the allegations, before being bailed by police pending further investigation.

β€œWe have spoken with the boys, of course,” Solskjaer said. β€œI think they are the same as me – that this isn’t how it should be in football.

β€œBut what we can do is go out onto the pitch next time and prove that we are all equal.

β€œSo, it has been a tough couple of days I am sure for Jesse and Fred, but we just have to help the other people as well to understand their behaviour is important.”