Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho, one of the most recognizable names in soccer, has been accused of making “racist statements” by rival team Galatasaray, which plans to seek criminal charges against the world-renowned coach.

Fenerbahce have accused Galatasaray of “pathetic slander” after the latter claimed Jose Mourinho made “racist statements” following Monday’s 0-0 draw between the sides.

Fenerbahce have rejected Galatasaray's accusation that Jose Mourinho made racist statements following Monday's league derby.

Galatasaray plans to start criminal proceedings against Jose Mourinho and file complaints with soccer’s governing body after accusing the Fenerbahce coach of making racist comments after a Turkish lea

Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has weighed into the Turkish soccer spat involving Jose Mourinho by saying his old coach “is not a racist and history is there to prove it.”