The allegations of racial abuse against Newcastle's Turkish midfielder Emre have been found not proven by a Football Association disciplinary commission.
The 26-year-old Turkey international, who was charged by the FA with using racially-aggravated abusive and/or insulting words during his side's Barclays Premiership game at Everton on December 30, has had the case against him found not proven by an independent commission.
A statement read: "Having heard all the evidence presented, and having regard to the standard of proof agreed with both the FA and Newcastle United, we were not satisfied that the charge was proved."
The news will come as a huge relief to the player, manager Glenn Roeder and chairman Freddy Shepherd, who attended today's hearing along with the player's legal team, chief operating officer Russell Cushing and midfielder Nicky Butt.
The former Inter Milan star denied the charge from the off and received the full backing of his club in his bid to clear his name.
He was charged after angry exchanges with Tim Howard, Joleon Lescott and Joseph Yobo following a controversial penalty award.
Referee Dermot Gallagher did not hear what was said, but after being informed of the allegations, included the incident in his report.
The FA immediately launched an investigation and after receiving statements from the Everton players concerned, charged Emre on January 12.
Roeder was dragged into the controversy when it emerged he had visited the Everton dressing room after the game in an attempt to smooth things over.
The 51-year-old strenuously denied he had tried to cover up racial abuse, claiming the player had told him what he had said and while it was not pleasant, it was not racist.
Roeder revealed a fortnight ago that the £4 million signing had been deeply affected by the accusations against him.
He returned to action after an 11-game absence because of a calf injury as a substitute in the 4-2 UEFA Cup victory over AZ Alkmaar on March 8, and was given a warm reception by the fans at St James' Park.
Emre had earlier hinted he could leave Newcastle if convicted, but there is little doubt the Magpies would have had to make a stance with Roeder insisting he would not tolerate racism.
