Tonel scolds Sporting player: This isn't how to fix things | OneFootball

Tonel believes that Jeremiah St Juste was wrong to justify his situation on social media. Demoted to the B team of Sporting, the Dutchman used online platforms to send a message to the fans, something that was not well received by the former footballer.

"It's complicated to talk, especially for those who are not involved and do not know all the details. Sometimes just a detail, something that was said or not said, can make all the difference. It's an awkward situation for both Sporting and St. Juste. It's not good for anyone", he explains to Notícias ao Minuto.

Tonel believes that the desire of the club to offload the defender became expected, considering Rui Borges' management: "Looking at what football is and the management of Sporting, St. Juste, reportedly, would be the fifth central defender. It was natural for Sporting to want to sell him. Now, after everything that happened, the circumstances are such that it's complicated to talk about the matter from the outside".

"It's evident that St. Juste didn't want to go through this situation. It's difficult to talk without knowing all the details. Still, I'm sure of one thing. It's not on social media that things get resolved. Things are resolved internally, face to face, between Sporting and St. Juste or agents. Matters need to be resolved between them. Exposing things publicly can lead to second interpretations from outsiders. It's not beneficial for anyone. I think everyone wants the best solution for the case and I believe they can achieve it", he added.

Without finding a club, the speedy defender is working at the Cristiano Ronaldo Academy. Jer has been taking advantage of his time in Alcochete to stay in shape and keep an eye on the younger players, something Tonel does not see as an affront: "I don't see that video as a provocation. Now, as I say, St. Juste needs to be careful. He needs to try to resolve things directly or through his agent. There are no complications. I think he is aware of that and knows it. Now, let's see".

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