Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand plans civil action against Chelsea's John Terry in racism case There had been some debate as to whether the phone records of Terry, and possibly those of Cole, plus the records of Chelsea officials - including text messages - could be requested by the FA to see whether they might shed light as to what happened on the day of the incident. The Metropolitan Police chose not to pursue that avenue of inquiry and now the FA has also decided not to request such information. It is understood that this has dismayed Ferdinand and his legal team, who might attempt to ascertain the information themselves should they pursue a civil action. At the same time Terry has also grown frustrated with the drawn-out procedure, given that the incident occurred last October and he was acquitted in July. Terry was stripped of the England captaincy before the trial in a move that led to the departure of Fabio Capello as England manager. Capello's successor, Roy Hodgson, has made it clear he wants to continue to pick Terry and caused a stir by stating that he hoped the defender would be "freed" and cleared by the commission. If Terry is found guilty, the commission could deliver a range of punishments - most likely a three or four match ban and a fine - but the wording of the findings could be most damaging. Ferdinand's camp has also sought to clarify the roles played in the incident by some Chelsea officials and it is understood that the player, and his older brother Rio, are determined to pursue the matter if possible. The pair have promised never to shake hands with Terry or Cole, despite Cole having been a close friend of Rio's. If Anton Ferdinand is not satisfied with the inquiry he will reconvene his legal team to pursue the possibility of High Court action, which could result in the whole case being reprised. After yesterday's failed handshake, Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo said: "We offered and we have done our part and if other people feel differently that's not our problem."