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Premier League star spoken to by manager for taking EIGHT MINUTE flight to training as fans say ‘sport is finished’


EVERTON boss Sean Dyche reprimanded Arnaut Danjuma for flying from Manchester to Liverpool for training.

Villarreal loanee Danjuma has reportedly been commuting from Manchester Airport to Liverpool airport to link up with his team-mates.

Everton ace Arnaut Danjuma takes eight-minute flights to trainingCredit: Getty
Everton boss Sean Dyche spoke to Danjuma describing his commute as ‘excessive’Credit: Getty

And that is a flight that takes only EIGHT minutes give or take.

Dyche revealed he had a sit-down with the winger to address this bizarre travel arrangement.

The 52-year-old tactician described it as “excessive” and hinted this is just part of “modern players'” mentality.

Dyche said during the pre-match press conference before Sunday’s Premier League clash with Aston Villa: “Well, I had a word with him.

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“I said it seems excessive to go from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Airport for training.

“But you know, these modern players… Personally I would use a car but that’s the modern players.

“You know, they need to look after themselves and get their rest.”

Shocked fans took to social media and reacted with absolute disbelief upon hearing about Danjuma’s commute.

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One fan tweeted: “D grade ballers flying into training everyday… Sport is finished.”

Another gushed: “Mate.”

A third wondered: “Really?”

This fan commented: “Who is he man?”

And that one said: “That’s awful, less than an hour drive.”

Danjuma joined Everton on loan after failing to stand out at Tottenham last season as part of a similar arrangement with Villarreal.

The Netherlands international has attracted interest from Lyon who wish to sign him in the January transfer window.

However, the Toffees are not keen on letting the 26-year-old go midseason, especially after Dwight McNeil’s recent injury.


Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk


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