Aaron Connolly has been backed to come through a difficult spell off the field of play due to online abuse. Connolly took the decision to remove himself from social media in the wake of some highly critical commentary, reportedly related to the gambling community, when he missed a chance in Brighton’s Premier League game with Tottenham two weeks ago. Connolly is expected to start again in tomorrow’s FA Cup tie away to Leicester City as Potter feels the Ireland cap can cope. He is a human being so you don’t like to have that type of criticism, especially when you are trying to learn the game and trying to find your feet in the Premier League,” Potter said. Read More“He is a young player from our academy who is trying to be a centre forward in the hardest league in world football.

Source: Irish Independent February 09, 2021 02:38 UTC