"Southampton's Charlie Austin has been suspended for two matches with immediate effect following an independent regulatory commission hearing today," the FA statement read.

"The striker admitted his gesture in or around the 68th minute of the game against Manchester City on 30 December 2018 was abusive and/or insulting."

Austin has featured in Southampton's last four matches in all competitions and has scored three goals for the Saints this season.

His absence adds to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl's problems in attack, with Danny Ings and Michael Obafemi both set to miss the clash against Leicester with hamstring injuries.

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