He has asked me to edit, and since editing is what I do on a regular basis, I present, on behalf of Donsdaft, ... the following ... in slightly lawyerish terms ....
"The player in question, whose s3xual identity has not been disclosed, but has been subject to much speculation, has not to date confirmed nor denied any part of said speculation. However, the player does regret not responding in more enthusiastic terms to comments regarding him being a good 'ball carrier'.
Likewise, he regrets not challenging sarcastic comments regarding his 'attacking midfielder' status, which suggested he may be 'batting for both sides' but in a more forceful than necessary, coercive manner.
Whilst legal representation still oversees online treatment of Mr McLean's good name and reputation, he has released the following short statement ....
"Up yer erse!"
"No Surrender!"