Manager lambasts supporters for their mistreatment towards Chelsea's latest recruit, criticizing their behavior from the stands
Strasbourg Captain Emegha Faces Backlash Over Chelsea Move
Emmanuel Emegha, the prolific striker for Ligue 1 club Strasbourg, has found himself at the centre of a controversy after announcing his move to Chelsea next season. The news has not gone down well with some sections of Strasbourg's match-going fans, who have called for Emegha to return his captain's armband due to his decision to join a club owned by the same parent company, BlueCo.
Liam Rosenior, the young English coach of Strasbourg and a key figure in the club's recent success, has spoken publicly about his displeasure towards the banners raised by these fans. "Emegha deserves better treatment," he said, emphasizing the striker's impeccable mindset and impressive performance last season, where he scored 14 goals in 27 league matches.
Emegha, a €13 million signing from Austrian outfit Sturm Graz in the summer of 2023, will remain at Strasbourg until the end of the current season. His departure will mark the end of an era for the club, which qualified for the 2025-26 UEFA Europa Conference League last season, thanks in large part to Emegha's contributions.
The banner in question, owned by BlueCo, reads, "Emegha, pawn of BlueCo. After changing shirt, give back your captain's armband." Liam Rosenior expressed his disappointment over such public displays targeting one of Strasbourg's best players last season. He reiterated that Emegha is one of the top, up-and-coming forwards in Europe and deserves better.
Despite the backlash, Emegha remains focused on his role at Strasbourg. His move to Chelsea next season is set to make him one of the most exciting young talents in the Super Bowl of European football. Until then, he will continue to lead Strasbourg in their Ligue 1 campaign.
Strasbourg's ownership by Chelsea's parent company has raised questions about player loyalty and the impact it may have on the club's morale. However, Liam Rosenior, with his budding reputation earned during his time at Hull City and Strasbourg, will be hoping to navigate these challenges and maintain the club's success in the coming seasons.
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