Chelsea have refused to elaborate on the ‘further disciplinary action’ they have taken against John Terry after he decided not to appeal against his four-match ban for racially abusing Anton Ferdinand.
Terry has apologised for the language he used after announcing he will not challenge the ban and fine of £220,000 issued by an independent Football Association regulatory commission two weeks ago.Terry has not, however, apologised directly to Ferdinand.
In a statement released by his agent, Terry said: ‘After careful consideration, I have decided not to appeal against the FA judgment.
‘I want to take this opportunity to apologise to everyone for the language I used in the game.
‘Although I’m disappointed with the FA judgment, I accept that the language I used, regardless of the context, is not acceptable.’
Chelsea said they have taken further steps against their captain but were coy on exactly what punishment they have imposed.
A club statement said: ‘The board has taken further disciplinary action in addition to the four-match suspension and fine imposed by the FA.
'That disciplinary action will remain confidential.’
Terry will now miss the Blues' next four domestic matches, starting with a trip to Tottenham on Saturday, followed by two home ties against Manchester United in the league and Capital One Cup and Swansea away in the Premier League on November 3.
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