Tuesday 30 April 2019 13:44, UK
Danny Rose's comments on racism must be taken seriously, says Arsenal Women striker Danielle Carter.
Earlier this month, Rose said he "just can't wait to see the back of football" because of how authorities deal with racism, describing current punishments as "a farce" and that he has "had enough".
Rose, along with Raheem Sterling and other black players, were racially abused during England's 5-1 win in Montenegro - who face a 20,000 euro fine and must play their next European Qualifier behind closed doors - last month.
The Tottenham defender told Sky Sports he was "lost for words" by that punishment and revealed he has no interest in doing his coaching badges when he retires because black players are "not given a chance" at the top level.
Carter feels that Rose's comments should not be forgotten and more must be done to eradicate racism from the game.
"If that's how Danny Rose feels then people need to take that seriously and really look into the troubles and problems he is facing," Carter told Sportswomen.
"Is enough being done? I'm not very sure. There are a lot of footballers now, such as Danny Rose and Raheem Sterling, coming out and speaking on the issue. There's a deeper problem there.
"I don't believe enough is being done. A £20,000 fine to an association is nothing. It's a bigger issue in society, but the game can do more to eradicate it."
Carter's Arsenal Women team, meanwhile, clinched the Women's Super League title on Sunday and the 25-year-old England forward says the Gunners now want to do "bigger and better things" in the Champions League next season.
Their first WSL trophy since 2012, secured in front of a record crowd of 5,265, follows a period of dominance from Chelsea and Manchester City but Carter says Arsenal are now back to their best.
"This is our time again now," she added. "We've been on the back-burner to Chelsea and Manchester City for the last few years, but I think we are up there with the best in the league.
"I hope we can retain the title next season and do bigger and better things in the Champions League."
