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Jack Fletcher banned for 'gay boy' slur

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

Jack Fletcher, son of Manchester United legend Darren Fletcher, has received a ban for using a homophobic slur in a recent EFL Trophy encounter. The incident occurred after the opponent made remarks about his football legend father and twin brother.

The young midfielder, who came through United's academy system, will now serve the suspension handed down by football authorities.