Chelsea insist they're fully behind skipper John Terry after the FA announced they will investigate claims he racially abused QPR defender Anton Ferdinand.

The club reiterated their support for Terry following the announcement.

"John has issued a statement categorically denying any allegations of racist abuse. We stand by John and his statement,'' a Chelsea spokesman said.

"Chelsea Football Club finds all forms of discrimination abhorrent and we are proud of the work our players and staff undertake campaigning on this important issue.

"We look forward to the conclusion of the FA's investigation and won't be commenting further on the matter until that time.''