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Valencia star Parejo dropped over drunken video

Valencia midfielder Dani Parejo has been dropped after a video of him in a nightclub surfaced online, while coach Cesare Prandelli has hinted that the midfielder could be sold. 

Former Valencia captain Parejo was caught on camera appearing worse for wear, next to a man who used foul language to criticise Prandelli.

Parejo has asked for forgiveness from Valencia, posting on Twitter: "It's not an excuse but this video was recorded during my free time and I had no training the following day. 

"I'd also like to add that I don't know the individual who appears in the video. I am genuinely sorry for what has happened."

The Italian said: "He hasn't been selected and a decision will be made after the game about the video. 

"Parejo has personally asked me for forgiveness and the whole business is stupid."

Asked if Parejo was transfer-listed as a result of his actions, Prandelli added: "Every player at Valencia is liable for a move away from the club. My sole focus however is to prepare ahead of the Copa del Rey match."

Prandelli added: "He was one of the first names that Suso [Pitarch, sporting director] came up with.

"He's a fine player but I have no idea as to what stage the negotiations are at."