Rumeana JahangirNorth West
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Eni Aluko (pictured) and Lucy Ward were working on ITV coverage when Joey Barton posted about them on social media
Football pundit Eni Aluko said she was “glad justice has been served” after former England player Joey Barton was found guilty of sending “grossly offensive” social media posts aimed at her and other broadcasters.
In early 2024, Barton compared Aluko and commentator Lucy Ward to serial killers Fred and Rose West, and called Jeremy Vine a “bike nonce”.
Prosecutors told Liverpool Crown Court Barton had “crossed the line between free speech and a crime”.
In a statement released after Barton’s conviction, qualified lawyer Aluko said: “Social media is a cesspit where too many people feel they can say things to others they wouldn’t dream of saying in real life under the guise of freedom of speech.”
She added: “This is a reminder that actions online do not come without consequences.
“The messages directed at me, Lucy Ward and Jeremy Vine by Joey Barton were deeply distressing and had a real damaging impact on my life and career.
“I am glad that
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