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Hector Bellerin Reveals 'Homophobic' Abuse From Fans and Calls for Stronger Action From FIFA

Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin has admitted that he has had to grow 'thick skin' in order to cope with abuse.

The Spaniard was considered to be the best full-back in the Premier League after his breakout season under Arsene Wenger, but he quickly became the victim of fan abuse when his form dipped.

Bellerin's passions extend past football and he's made no secret of his love for fashion and design. And his style of dress hasn't always gone down well with fans, neither have some of his hairstyle choices.

Having sat down for an interview with the Times, the 23-year-old opened up on the abuse he's received over the past two seasons and admitted that it has induced a measure of self-doubt.