Jeremy Vine was labelled a “nonce” as part of a “calculated and sustained attack” by former footballer Joey Barton, the High Court has been told.
Mr Barton is facing legal action from the TV and radio presenter over 14 online posts, including where he called Mr Vine a “big bike nonce” and a “pedo defender” on X, formerly Twitter.
Mr Vine is suing the ex-midfielder for libel and harassment, following a social media exchange over Mr Barton’s criticism of women’s involvement in men’s football.
Joey Barton previously managed Bristol Rovers (Simon Galloway/PA)
At a hearing on Thursday, Mrs Justice ...