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Arsenal's Xhaka & Emery hold crunch talks over captain's future after fan backlash

Arsenal boss Unai Emery and technical director Edu have held crunch talks with Granit Xhaka after a volatile reaction towards fans in Sunday's draw with Crystal Palace.

The club captain was booed by supporters as he was substituted during the 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium and reacted by cupping his ear and shouting expletives back at the crowd.

The midfielder's furious reaction sparked controversy, with many former Gunners criticising Xhaka and one even calling for him to be stripped of the captain's armband .

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Arsenal responded on Monday by calling the 27-year-old in for a meeting to discuss his future, but won't be releasing a statement on the situation before Tuesday.