Burnley manager Scott Parker is in a dilemma regarding midfielder Hannibal Mejbri's participation in the FA Cup against Preston North End due to a racism allegation. Recently, Mejbri accused Preston's Milutin Osmajic of racial abuse, which Osmajic has denied. The FA's investigation will not conclude before the match, prompting Parker to carefully consider Mejbri's options. He emphasizes protecting the player while also questioning if exclusion is warranted. Preston's boss supports Osmajic, indicating an innocent until proven guilty stance, stressing that the situation should not overshadow the upcoming game.
It is tough and one which I need to think hard and long on. Fundamentally I want to protect Hannibal, but then why should he miss out?
My problem with what happened, and a lot of the fallout and people's comments after the game, it belittles a serious incident from both sides about what has been said.
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