Arsenal defender drops a hint about how he feels about social media.
Arsenal are still reeling from the Granit Xhaka controversy at the weekend.
The club captain swore at fans as he was substituted, after he was booed.
Defender Hector Bellerin urged fans to stick together with a message on Monday, but even this prompted a split response. Several of the replies still indicated fans remain furious with both Xhaka and manager Unai Emery.
Last night club photographer Stuart McFarlane tweeted to say he planned to take a break from social media because of how toxic he feels it has become.
This message was ‘liked’ by Arsenal defender Rob Holding.
Holding’s ‘like’ was an acknowledgement from one of Arsenal’s most popular players over how online hate can affect players. It’s clearly on his radar.
Online criticism of Xhaka manifested itself in a very real way at the weekend, with supporters in the stands making their feelings very clear.
Arsenal need positivity right now, and players need support. They can make it easier on themselves by winning games, but fans are frustrated.
Xhaka himself has remained quiet on social media, perhaps knowing that whatever he says will not be well received.
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