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Girona initiates disciplinary procedure against Tsygankov after refusal to play

Viktor Tsygankov refuses to come on as a substitute for Girona and shares WhatsApp messages, leading to a conflict with the club.

Girona initiates disciplinary procedure against Tsygankov after refusal to play
Photo: Jan Goedeljee · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Viktor Tsygankov, a Ukrainian forward for Girona, refused to come on as a substitute during a match against Leganés. This action has led to a conflict between the player and the Catalan club.

Following his refusal to play, Tsygankov shared WhatsApp messages from Girona on social media. This has further complicated the situation and caused anger within the club.

According to reports, Girona has initiated a disciplinary procedure against Tsygankov in response to his behavior. The club is upset about the publication of internal communications.

Tsygankov's statements on social media are viewed as problematic, and it appears that the club is considering further measures.

This incident comes at a time when Tsygankov has indicated that he wants to leave the club, which may contribute to the strained relationship between the player and Girona.