Monchi apologizes for Yamal Ballon d'Or remark

During the presentation of the V Reyes Cup in Sevilla, Monchi declared he would award the Ballon d'Or to Lamine Yamal, a statement that angered Espanyol supporters. Hours later, on the radio program 'El Larguero', Monchi clarified his position and apologized for the remark when asked again by Manu Carreño. biznow.biz

'I said I would give the Ballon d'Or to Lamine and it caused controversy, but I was just waving the Spanish flag,' explained Monchi in an attempt to mitigate the backlash from his own team's fans.