David Coote, the former Premier League referee sacked after making derogatory comments about ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, has come out publicly as being gay and said that hiding his sexuality contributed to the behaviour that led to his dismissal.
On December 9, Coote had his contract terminated by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following an investigation into his conduct.
The 42-year-old was suspended by the refereeing body on November 11 after a video emerged on social media in which he called Klopp “f***ing arrogant” and a “German c***”. On November 14,…
On December 9, Coote had his contract terminated by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) following an investigation into his conduct.
The 42-year-old was suspended by the refereeing body on November 11 after a video emerged on social media in which he called Klopp “f***ing arrogant” and a “German c***”. On November 14,…