wilson88 The Football Association is set to punish Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur with a lengthy ban after he made racist remarks about South Koreans on Uruguayan TV. wilson88

Multiple sources have told the Daily Mail that the midfielder could be banned for up to seven games, although the figure has yet to be confirmed.

However, Bentancur will certainly be out of action for Ange Postecoglou’s side for a long time, which would be a huge blow for Spurs.

During a show in his hometown in June, Bentancur was asked to buy a Spurs player’s shirt and he replied, ‘Sonny’s?’ referring to his team-mate Son Heung-min.

He then added that it could also be Son’s cousin, as “they all look the same.”

Earlier this year, the FA confirmed allegations against the South American player of serious breaches of rules.

And now the Football Association is close to confirming Bentancur’s punishment.

Bentancur has been a key player for Postecoglou’s side this season, featuring in 10 of Spurs’ 11 Premier League games, while starting seven. ( wilson88 )