ARSENAL star Lucas Torreira has admitted he wanted to quit football after his mum tragically passed away from Covid-19 in March. "I wanted to stay in Fray Bentos with my family. Torreira also admitted he'd been working with a psychologist in Spain during his second season at Arsenal due to a lack of playing time. The Uruguay international paid tribute to his late mum on Instagram following Atletico's triumph, writing: "MAMI, we are champions. Torreira is unlikely to remain at the Emirates beyond the summer, with reports suggesting a move to Serie A is likely.

Source: Metro July 27, 2021 19:10 UTC