Nicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson has risked upsetting some of his team-mates by appearing to back under-fire Enzo Fernandez on social media. The striker uploaded two posts onto Instagram Stories where he made a clear point of emphasising his support for the £107million midfielder less than 24 hours after he became embroiled in a racism storm.
Related articles Enzo Fernandez apologises for 'offensive' video as Chelsea launch investigation Chelsea issue statement on Enzo Fernandez as squad 'very angry' with starFernandez has been embroiled into a racism storm after posting a video to his Instagram account allegedly showing the Argentina national team singing an offensive song about France players.
Several of his Chelsea team-mates have been reportedly left 'very angry' by Fernandez's actions and the likes of Christopher Nkunku and Malo Gusto have unfollowed him on Instagram.
Defender Wesley Fofana described the video as "inhibited racism", which many viewed to be a public condemnation of his team-mate's actions.
function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.setAttribute('src','https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=114291&playerApiId=v114291');document.getElementById('ovp-primis').appendChild(el)} window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.detail.playerApiId==="v114291"){if(window.document.getElementsByClassName('jwplayer')[0]){e.detail.float('disable')}}}catch(e){}});window.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded',()=>{setTimeout(()=>{if(typeof flagTcfLoaded!=='undefined'&&flagTcfLoaded===!0){loadOvpScript() ExpressApp.Log('[Load] OVP flagTcfLoaded',new Date())}else{document.addEventListener("tcfLoaded",()=>{loadOvpScript() ExpressApp.Log('[Load] OVP tcfLoaded',new Date())})}},1500)})READ MORE Wesley Fofana calls out team-mate Enzo Fernandez as Chelsea investigate racism [LATEST]
Nicolas Jackson made two posts to show his support for Enzo Fernandez (Image: Instagram/@jackson.nj11)But Senegal international Jackson has taken the surprising step of defending Fernandez, a move that could further antagonise the club's French contingent.
The striker posted two Instagram Story segments on his profile, one showing the centre midfielder smiling while he meets a young fan on the pitch. Jackson also inserted two fist emojis facing each other - one with white skin and another with a dark skin tone - suggesting that he was standing by Fernandez.
He then posted an image of himself sitting alongside Fernandez and Marc Cucurella in training, which once again appeared to show their unity.
SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy
Nicolas Jackson pledged his support to Enzo Fernandez in a social media post (Image: Getty) Trending window.topArticlesScript="https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/js/dist/article-top-articles20240709.min.js"It comes after the Argentina international issued an apology on Instagram on Tuesday for his role in the video, insisting his actions "did not reflect my beliefs". The incident occurred after his Argentina squad defeated Colombia 1-0 in the Copa America final on Sunday.
"I want to apologise sincerely for a video posted on my Instagram channel during the national team celebrations," Fernandez wrote. "The song includes highly offensive language and there is absolutely no excuse for these words.
"I stand against discrimination in all forms and apologise for getting caught up in the euphoria of our Copa America celebrations. That video, that moment, those words, do not reflect my beliefs or my character. I am truly sorry."
Enzo Fernandez apologised for his role in the chant with the Argentina team (Image: Getty)Reacting to the controversy, Chelsea "acknowledge and appreciate" Fernandez's apology but the club have vowed to launch a full investigation, with Fernandez likely to face punishment from the Blues.
The statement read: "Chelsea Football Club finds all forms of discriminatory behaviour completely unacceptable. We are proud to be a diverse, inclusive club where people from all cultures, communities and identities feel welcome.
"We acknowledge and appreciate our player’s public apology and will use this as an opportunity to educate. The Club has instigated an internal disciplinary procedure."
While a FIFA spokesperson similarly said: "FIFA is aware of a video circulating on social media and the incident is being looked into. FIFA strongly condemns any form of discrimination by anyone including players, fans and officials."
Related articles Chelsea may now add four Euro 2024 stars to transfer shopping list Chelsea confirm new squad numbers as Blues urged to reward Cole Palmer Thomas Tuchel's stance on replacing Southgate as England boss after brutal snubNicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Nicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Nicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Nicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Nicolas Jackson risks wrath of Chelsea team-mates as he shows Enzo Fernandez support
Play online games for free at games.easybranches.com
Guest Post Services www.easybranches.com/contribute