By Daily Sports on April 29, 2016
Gabriel Agbonlahor has stepped down as Aston Villa club captain with immediate effect and apologised to the supporters.
The forward will once again be free to play for Villa from Monday after the club confirmed an investigation into his off-the-field conduct had been concluded.
Agbonlahor (born of a Nigerian father) had been suspended by Villa after a picture emerged allegedly showing him partying in the aftermath of the club's relegation from the Premier League.
The 29-year-old - currently Villa's longest serving player - was previously investigated this season after being pictured on holiday in Dubai appearing to hold a shisha pipe, but Villa opted against taking further action.
Agbonlahor has scored just once for Villa this season
"I want to begin with an apology to all Aston Villa fans for my actions in recent weeks, especially at a time when it is devastating for everyone involved with the club," he said via his official Instagram page .
"I am stepping down as club captain with immediate effect as I do not deserve to carry out such a role anymore. This role was a huge honour to me and it hurts to have lost it.
"I have spent 16 years at Aston Villa and played some memorable games. My celebrations and passion, especially in games against local rivals, shows my loyalty to Aston Villa.
"I am asking Aston Villa fans for forgiveness as I'm hurting as well despite reports and photos in the press making out otherwise. I agree my performances this season have not been good enough but I will be working hard to make things right! Up The Villa, Villa Till I Die!"
Villa confirmed in a club statement that Agbonlahor had received a substantial fine and been reminded of his responsibilities as a professional footballer.
*Photo shows Agbonlahor in action for Villa.
Source Daily Sports
Posted April 29, 2016
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