Overview

• He stayed on the bench during Chelsea’s 2-1 loss at Manchester United and was jeered by home supporters during his warm-up.
• OneFootball cited The Sun’s report that some United fans aimed a derogatory chant at the winger, likened to the taunt once directed at Carlos Tevez.
• Enzo Maresca said he intended to bring him on but switched to Malo Gusto when Wesley Fofana requested a change due to fatigue.
• Roberto Garnacho posted a fat-shaming insult to a female fan on Instagram after the match, escalating tensions following the hostile reception.
• Manchester Evening News, citing DSports, reports the player sought clarity from Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni on his selection prospects, with his place said to depend on performance and prominence after two brief Chelsea cameos.