Anton is due to appear before Redbridge magistrates on Friday where he will protest his innocence.
Anton's representatives SEM have issued the following statement, “We confirm that Anton Ferdinand, the West Ham and England under-21 international, has been charged with assault.
“Anton looks forward to having the opportunity to explain in court the incident and nature of his actions on the night in question, October 2 2006.
“He maintains his innocence and believes his actions were justified and that because of this he believes he has not done anything wrong.
“At this stage we would ask the media to exercise restraint and allow him time to focus on his football.
“There will be no further statement at this time and Anton will keep the media informed on any developments in due course in so far as his legal advisors allow.
This statement is in conjunction with Anton's lawyers, Shillings.”