'It's a serious mistake' - Dele Alli left Como 'in difficulty' as coach Cesc Fabregas criticises midfielder for red card in disastrous debut against AC Milan

The former Tottenham man made his first appearance for more than two years after coming off the bench in Como's Serie A clash at Milan on Saturday. But the midfielder was given his marching orders soon after coming on for a challenge on Ruben Loftus-Cheek, something manager Fabregas was very critical of.

He said after the 2-1 loss: "Milan have world-class players, they are a good team. [Dele] is a player who scores goals, at this moment he has to improve a lot and it is a serious mistake for someone of his experience. He left the team in difficulty, that is the negative thing of the evening."

The 28-year-old joined Como earlier this year after leaving Everton last December. After waiting so long for his chance, the ex-Toffees man wasted his chance to shine with a mistimed challenge. He may have to wait a while for his next chance at Como.

Alli will have to bid his time for his next opportunity in Como's first-team following the end of his ban.