(CNN) Former England women's manager Mark Sampson has been charged with alleged racist language by the English Football Association.

The 37-year-old is the caretaker boss of League Two side Stevenage having taking over on a temporary contract at the start of the season.

The allegations of racist language were reportedly made by a former coach and an investigation has been under way since September.

"It is alleged that a comment made by the Stevenage FC caretaker manager breached FA Rule E3(1) as it was improper and/or abusive and/or insulting," read a statement from the FA.

"It is further alleged that the comment also constitutes an 'aggravated breach,' which is defined in FA Rule E3(2), as it referenced ethnic origin and/or colour and/or race and/or nationality."

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