Bodyguards might be introduced in by Sky for his or her pundits after Roy Keane was ‘headbutted’ by a fan throughout Arsenal’s win over Man United

Sky are to assessment safety – and can contemplate bringing in bodyguards for his or her pundits – after Roy Keane was headbutted in a hospitality space at Arsenal.

The broadcaster has launched a probe into each what occurred and what measures they’ll take to make sure ex-pros and their employees are saved protected in future.

Met Police arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of assault on Monday after the 52-year-old former Manchester United captain was confronted by a person on the high of the West Stand as he was ready for a elevate to take him all the way down to the pitch-side space.

The person allegedly aimed a headbutt at Keane, and hit the Irishman on the chest and chin, near the conclusion of Arsenal’s dramatic 3-1 win.

Footage posted on social media confirmed Keane’s Sky Sports activities colleague Micah Richards grappling with a person to restrain him. He had left earlier than safety guards arrived.

Footage shared on social media on Sunday evening confirmed Roy Keane’s Sky Sports activities colleague Micah Richards grappling with a person

Met Police are investigating an alleged assault after the ex-United captain was allegedly headbutted

Earlier this summer season, Mail Sport revealed that the broadcaster had introduced in bodyguards to take care of Australian pundits protecting the Ashes.

They have been moved to behave when an explosive row erupted following the controversial dismissal of England wicket-keeper Jonny Bairstow within the second Check, amid considerations indignant England supporters could overstep the mark.

No selections have been made and Sky will use the worldwide break to hold out their assessment and determine whether or not to ramp up safety at grounds.

Routes taken by pundits and commentators will even be checked out, whereas the broadcaster will liaise with golf equipment and with the Premier League itself. Fellow top-flight broadcaster TNT Sport are additionally taking a look at their very own safety. Each will proceed with their pitch-side presentation and interviews.

Following the incident, Sky launched a press release confirming the police involvement and stating that ex-Metropolis and England defender Richards was appearing to ‘defuse’ the scenario and claimed they ‘observed a small quantity of blood on the ground on the route the place the fan was led out’.

The incident occurred shortly after Man Utd winger Alejandro Garnacho appeared to have received the match within the 88th minute.

Keane and Richards, who have been working with former Arsenal participant Theo Walcott, had raced again to the studio to see what had occurred, with Garnacho’s aim ultimately being dominated out after a VAR test.

After the match, United supervisor Erik ten Hag was loudly booed by Arsenal followers who had stayed behind as he got here to talk to Sky on the pitch.

A Met Police spokesperson stated: ‘Police are investigating an incident at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, September 3, throughout which a person was assaulted.

‘On Monday, September 4, a 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH). The person has been taken into police custody.’

Sky might usher in bodyguards for ex-pros and different employees following the alleged incident