An ex-Arsenal player who was scheduled to work as a TV pundit for the Champions League final in Budapest against Paris Saint-Germain does not take up the role, according to reports. The Mirror and The Independent both say the former midfielder had been previously announced to appear pitchside for the match. Both accounts link the decision to him “pulling out” with receiving abuse prior to the final. The reports do not provide further details about the nature of the abuse or any response from the broadcaster. Arsenal are due to face PSG in the final on Saturday evening at the match venue in Budapest, and the player’s absence means the agreed punditry plan changes on the day of the show. While the outlets describe the circumstances leading to his withdrawal, they do not specify whether he steps aside voluntarily for personal safety reasons, whether the broadcaster makes an adjustment, or whether any official complaint is filed. The match proceeds with revised coverage arrangements.