Arsenal star Bukayo Saka has been criticized by Liverpool legend Steve Nicol for complaining about rough treatment against Aston Villa.
The winger, who complained of not getting enough protection from referees during a 1-0 win for his side, was on the receiving end of several harsh tackles.
However, pundits believe that Saka is often the one who puts himself in positions where he would be subject to rough treatment.
"Are you sure it was Saka that said that, or was it his mum and dad? I mean seriously, get a grip," Nicol told ESPN FC.
"I haven't seen people just blatantly going to try and kick this guy, he's putting himself in situations where he's getting caught and he is a guy who doesn't take an awful lot to come off the field.
"He's had quite a few knocks where he hasn't played the next game for two or three weeks.
"So if that's me my football brain is telling me, don't put yourself in a situation where you're going to get caught.
"Don't go into a 50-50 with Tyrone Mings because he's a stone heavier and he's going to go through you like a knife through butter. If you're not going to win it and use your pace to win it and get away from him, then leave it.
"It's about using your talent the right way, because if you don't and you keep getting kicked, then eventually you break down completely. It's down to him."
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