The English club of the 'Big six', Chelsea, has come out to defend one of its star players. In a video taken in the tunnel before the players left, they accuse Conor Gallagher, the Blues' midfielder.
The scene has gone around the world and has generated reactions of all kinds. From the position of accusing the footballer of racism to the justifications for the fact. The commotion was so much that Chelsea had to make a statement regarding the situation.
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Accompanied by an image where Gallagher is accompanied by the two minors involved, the team's X post is limited to having the title “club statement.”
The short statement mentions that the club is aware of the video that has been circulating on networks.
“We are aware of the video of Saturday's match against Burnley,” and he continues, this time, defending the footballer, “it has been considerably taken out of context.
Furthermore, he condemns what he considers to be defamations. “The subsequent level of abusive and defamatory comments directly towards Conor Gallagher “They are completely unacceptable,” says the club.
Finally, the team Stamford Bridge, reiterates its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the closing of the brief statement: “We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive club where people of all cultures, communities and identities feel welcome.
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