GLOUCESTER are looking to take action against one of their fans after he made a gesture to former Thornbury Broncos ace Billy Vunipola on live TV last Friday.

The incident took place at the Lion’s Den inside Kingsholm after Gloucester’s 31-23 victory over Saracens.

Vunipola was working as a pundit for BT Sport and reflecting on the match when the ‘inappropriate behaviour’ occurred.

A statement from Gloucester on Monday said: “Following the conclusion of the Aviva Premiership victory over Saracens on Friday evening, Gloucester Rugby was made aware of inappropriate behaviour by a supporter in the Lion's Den.

“The club works hard to create an environment on matchdays where all are welcome – individuals, families, visiting supporters. Rugby union is a game with magnificent traditions, and respect for the opposition and its supporters is one of the most fundamental.

“Gloucester Rugby prides itself on the passionate support it receives from its fan base on matchdays. However, it simply cannot condone behaviour of this sort and would like to apologise unreservedly to Billy Vunipola, Saracens and BT Sport.

As is always the case on these live televised occasions, the club had arranged for extra stewarding in the Lion's “Den to try and ensure that BT Sport had an appropriate area in which to work.

“Unfortunately, the actions of one individual, however brief, were seen on live television and have tarnished the reputation of the club and its supporters.”

The individual has now come forward and made himself known, and the club is now in the process of determining the best course of action.