French media turn on Ethan Nwaneri after Arsenal star suffers yet another Marseille setback
Ethan Nwaneri, on loan from Arsenal to Marseille, faces criticism after being substituted at half-time in a heavy loss to PSG.
Ethan Nwaneri, an 18-year-old midfielder on loan from Arsenal to Marseille, has come under fire from the French media following another poor performance in a match against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) where Marseille lost 5-0. Nwaneri, who had previously shown promise during his initial appearances, was substituted at half-time by manager Roberto De Zerbi, raising questions about his ability to adapt to Ligue 1.
After a promising start to his loan spell where he scored in his debut match, Nwaneri's subsequent performances have dipped, including a lackluster showing against Paris FC which had already cast doubt on his confidence. The latest defeat against PSG has intensified scrutiny on both Nwaneri's on-field performance and the decision of Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta to loan him out for more regular first-team opportunities.
As the media spotlight focuses on Nwaneri, the implications of this performance could be significant for both his career and Marseille, who are struggling in Ligue 1. The pressure is now on Nwaneri to regain his form and prove that he can be a key player for the team, as expectations following his initial scoring debut were notably high.