Richards closes Twitter account

Manchester City defender Micah Richards has closed his Twitter account after receiving racial abuse, his agent has confirmed.

Lincolnshire Police opened an investigation after the 23-year-old was sent an abusive tweet last November.

Richards opted not to close his account at that time, but has now reluctantly decided to do so after further incidences of the problem.

Alex Levack, of the player's representatives Sidekick Management, said: "Micah is upset about closing his account because he enjoyed the banter and engaging with fans.

"It was for this reason he did not close his account when he first considered doing so in November.

"However, he has continued to receive occasional abuse and has decided enough is enough."