Henrikh Mkhitaryan: ‘We should boycott the Europa League final’ – Arsenal and Chelsea fans unite amid security concerns

Arsenal have confirmed Henrikh Mkhitaryan will not be part of their squad for the Europa League final against Chelsea.

The Armenia international’s safety was a concern due to a dispute between his country and host nation Azerbaijan.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan continues to train ahead with his team-mates ahead of the Europa League final

Therefore the Gunners have decided against him travelling to Baku which is a another blow to their hopes of winning the trophy and a place in the Champions League.

A club statement read: “We have thoroughly explored all the options for Micki to be part of the squad but after discussing this with Micki and his family we have collectively agreed he will not be in our travelling party.

“We have written to UEFA expressing our deep concerns about this situation.

“Micki has been a key player in our run to the final so this is a big loss for us from a team perspective.”

UEFA responded: “Working alongside Arsenal FC, UEFA sought and received assurances regarding the player’s safety in Azerbaijan from the highest authorities in the country.

“As a result of these guarantees, a comprehensive security plan was developed and given to the club.

“While the club acknowledges the efforts that UEFA and the Azeri government have gone to in this matter, we respect the personal decision not to travel with the player.”

Mkhitaryan has been a key member of the Gunners side who have made it to Baku and will be missed, especially with Aaron Ramsey out injured

Following the news of Mkhitaryan’s absence, Arsenal supporters, and Chelsea ones too, have issued their disappointment with some suggesting both clubs should now boycott the final.

You can see the reaction on Twitter below.

Confirmed info: Mkhitaryan is not going to Baku with Arsenal for @EuropaLeague final because uefa didn't respond to our request of safety for him. What a disgrace is this organisation. We should boycott this final. @UEFA where is your fair play rule? Rubbish.

— Adalbert (@adalbertAFC) May 21, 2019

You can listen to all the build up ahead of the game plus live commentary of the Europa League final on May 29 live on talkSPORT

Statistics have revealed how Lionel Messi failed again at the big stage as Liverpool knocked out Barcelona from the UEFA Champions League semi-finals last night. In case you didn't know
Lionel Messi has the most Champions League goals against

News and opinion from The Times & The Sunday Times Tony Cascarino | Champions League Marcus Smith made the most of his decision to skip the World Rugby Under-20 Championship by scoring 26
www2.hak.hokkyodai.ac.jp
www2.hak.hokkyodai.ac.jp/fukuda/lecture/TextAnalysis/BNCFmt/CEP.fmt
Never say die Pigggott Mike Allan in Florida LESTER PIGGOTT, still under intensive care in a Florida hospital last night, is confident that he will be back in the saddle `in two w

Chelsea 2019/20 kits: Concept strips to get fans excited for next season Written by: fpnews Posted on: March 20, 2019 Chelsea fans have endured a tumultuous season at Stamford Bridge during Maurizio Sarri's debut campaign as manager.
Chelsea 2019/20 kits: Concept strips to get fans excited for
gistjunction.com/2019/03/20/chelsea-2019-20-kits-concept-strips-to-get-fans-excited-for-next-season/
Chelsea fans have endured a tumultuous season at Stamford Bridge during Maurizio Sarri's debut campaign as manager. They may have reached the Carabao Cup final and be in the Europa League quarter-finals but their mixed Premier League form is getting some supporters down in the dump.
Football kits 2019/20: What Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea

Stats prove Tottenham Hotspur ARE better with Dele Alli and suggest star should start Champions League Final against Liverpool. Dele Alli has, by his own metroric standards, had a rather quiet season. After scoring seven goals and eight assists in all competitions, it is unlike
Danny Murphy explains why Manchester United should consider

Barcelona 3-0 Liverpool: Champions League defeat for Reds creates stunning statistic for Premier League title challengers Most Liverpool fans will agree that their club have been almost perfect this season. They're pushing Manchester City all the way in what is the most talkSPORT 6 days ago Also reported by •Independent
Liverpool vs Barcelona

Leeds 2-4 Derby: Frank Lampard appears to spend over £2,800 on bar bill to celebrate play-off semi-final win Lampard led Derby to a Wembley meeting with Aston Villa by securing an incredible
Frank Lampard appears to spend over £2,800 on bar bill to

Chelsea transfer news: Blues plot swoop for Ajax ace David Neres as they hope ban will be overturned Chelsea are planning a move to sign Ajax ace David Neres as they hope their transfer ban will be overturned by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
FIFA bans Chelsea from signing players in 2 transfer windows

Ronaldinho's son Joao Mendes de Assis Moreira has signed his first professional contract with Cruzeiro. The promising forward, who will be playing with the under-14 squad, has signed a deal for
Ronaldinho's 14-year-old son Joao Mendes signs first contract

Cardiff vs Liverpool live on talkSPORT: Full commentary, free stream and line-ups for Premier League clash Sunday, 21 April 2019 Cardiff host Liverpool today in a huge Premier League clash at both ends of the table.
Millwall vs Bristol City on talkSPORT 2: Full commentary

All the scores Championship round-up: Norwich beat Sheffield United to title as Derby secure final play-off place to face Leeds in 'spygate' rematch
Championship round-up: Norwich beat Sheffield United to title

Liverpool v Wolves and Brighton v Man City best odds and tips plus Premier League picks on the title race final day. Manchester City are no better than 2/11 for the win that will land the title
Liverpool fans celebrate wildly at Anfield after 'Wolves

Manchester United transfer news: Daniel James to undergo his medical ahead of £15m move The 21-year-old Swansea star is set to become Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first signing as Man United manager By
Manchester United agree personal terms with Daniel James

Arsenal competed in Europe's premier club competition - the UEFA Champions League - for the first time since its rebrand in 1992, but failed to progress past the group stage. In the transfer window, Arsenal purchased several players, including Swedish midfielder Freddie Ljungberg and Argentine Nelson Vivas.

Chelsea have told Callum Hudson-Odoi he won't be sold in the summer with Bayern Munich having three bids rejected for him. as well as Manchester United, are both preparing bids for him in
Chelsea tell Hudson-Odoi he won't be sold this month

Eden Hazard completes move to Real Madrid that will

Pages

Full Match Football Live Stream

Labels