Patrice Evra has shared the heat -resistant reason why he cannot fly to Bilbao to see Manchester United against Tottenham take on in the Europa League final on Wednesday.
Ruben Amorim's side will generate a stuttered season in San Mames after an impressive European campaign has kept them in contact for silverware.
The Red Devils will compete against their Premier League rivals under incorrect comparable circumstances, where the clubs are 16th and 17th in the domestic classification with one match, each of whom is still left to play.
But the Manchester Club could still book a place in next year's Champions League, and fans come to Basque region in their number to see how the team takes their chances.
Man United Legend Evra, however, will not be there, in which the former defender shares his tragic reasoning on social media on Tuesday.
'Hello guys. Tomorrow I had to come to Bilbao for the final personally to show your support, to share my positive energy, “said the French international in a video shared with Instagram.
'But unfortunately I have to go to Paris for my sister's funeral on the same day of the final.
“She was 56 and fought against the cancer for 20 years,” added Evra, one of the 23 brothers and sisters.
In addition to his moving explanation – which was met with dozens of condolences and Wellers from his followers – Evra sent a collection of calls to Amorim and his players instead of his appearance in San Mames.
'Resilience, fighting. That's what I want from you tomorrow. Just fight, bleed for this shirt, “Evra continued.
'For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for fans around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow.
'I think your coach is someone where I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys.
“It will be a difficult game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. They are in the same position in the competition as we are.
“They didn't win a trophy, so this is a huge opportunity for them. But this is not an excuse. We are united.
'You know how many fans are going to travel the whole world and believe that they will celebrate after the game because they believe in you, no matter what happens.
“Because we can do it guys. So as I say, bleed for this shirt, history. Think of the people, your family or whatever, there is no other way to win.
“Don't be selfish. It is a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year.
“So guys, you know, I'll be far away. I count on you. '
In addition to Evra's call for weapons, Man United received a big boost in the form of the return to the training of three crucial stars.
Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro and Diogo Dalot were all involved in the last session on English soil before the team stuck to Bilbao on the eve of the final.
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