FA meets with Suarez at Liverpool training

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish says FA representatives have visited the club’s Melwood training ground to investigate the racism furore surrounding Luis Suarez.

The governing body are looking into allegations made by Manchester United defender Patrice Evra that the Uruguayan repeatedly verbally abused him on the pitch during the clash between the two teams in October.

“The FA have been here and spoke to us so, for us, our philosophy and desire’s not changed whatsoever,” the Reds boss told reporters.

“We want it resolved as quickly as it possibly can be, correctly, and we want the perpetrator punished.”

“I don’t think we need to add any more than that.”

The FA are under pressure to decide on a verdict, with both sides of the argument refusing to back down, and other racism controversies also flaring up elsewhere in the Premier League.

Meanwhile, Dalglish has paid tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson as the veteran Manchester United boss celebrates 25 years in charge at Old Trafford.

Ferguson, 69, is the longest-serving manager in the history of the club, winning the league title 12 times and the Champions League twice, among other successes.

“He’s been fantastic for Manchester United,” Dalglish said.

“I think he’s even surpassed the legend that was Sir Matt Busby in his achievement and the success he’s had.”

“To be anywhere for 25 years is unbelievable and to have the success that he’s got is great testament to himself and the football club.”

“When you remember where the football club were when he came in, I think it’s a fantastic achievement where he’s taken them to now.”

“Whether anybody does it in the future is irrelevant. Nobody can ever take away the achievement that he’s had.”

Ferguson’s title-holders are currently in second place as they attempt to retain the Premier League in their manager’s anniversary season.