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Man Utd's Jack Fletcher Banned for 'Gay Boy' Slur

Manchester United academy star Jack Fletcher has been banned for using the term 'gay boy' during an EFL Trophy match.

The 19-year-old son of former United midfielder Darren Fletcher was involved in an incident during a match where he directed the homophobic slur at an opponent who had made remarks about his father and twin brother.

Fletcher, who has progressed through Manchester United's youth ranks, faces disciplinary action following the incident in the EFL Trophy competition.