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 .
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.
The club are adamant that they cannot have their captain acting in such a way towards fans. Emery chastised Xhaka in the wake of the game, saying “he is wrong" to react to supporters ,
The north London club, who are fifth in the Premier League, are back in action on Wednesday night in the Carabao Cup with a trip to European champions Liverpool.
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