The former Kilmarnock and Light Blues attacker was unhappy at his own supporters on his return from injury
Jordan Jones – during his Rangers days – issued a statement online after ‘abhorrent’ abuse while in action for Carlisle United
Jordan Jones has taken to social media to issue a statement after the amount of ‘abhorrent’ abuse he received from his OWN fans.
The former Rangers and Kilmarnock star took to the grass for the first time in six months after an extended period out with a quad injury.
His family were in attendance to mark his return to action and the attacker insists he will NOT accept them having to endure the abuse coming his way when going to watch him in action.
The 30-year-old – now plying his trade in the National League with Carlisle United – climbed off the bench for the final ten minutes of the 90 as his side ran out 2-1 winners at Altrincham to keep pace with Forest Green at the league summit.
Jones thanked those fans who have shown support after his half a year out and he has vowed to continue to work hard to get back to the peak of his powers as he looks to help the club back to the EFL.
He appreciates fans will have opinions but has issued a warning online when it comes to his family.
He wrote on X: “Today was my first appearance in over six months due to a quad injury.
“I would never usually do anything like this and I accept fans having opinions, but I shouldn’t be made to feel I can’t bring my four year old son to watch his dad play football due to the amount of abhorrent abuse I received today of our own fans.
“Last season was a failure for all involved, including myself, which I am not proud of.
Jordan Jones – now at Carlisle United – took to social media after abuse from own fans
“I was no where near the level I have showed previously in my career but I was one of many players and staff who let the club down.
“Everyone inside the club know I played with multiple injuries last season until I physically couldn’t play any more, contradictory to the image that’s been painted of me from ‘fans’.
“I will never shy away or hide from anyone or anything but I won’t accept my family having to endure that amount of abuse coming to watch me play.
“Despite all of this, it was a great feeling to be back on the grass after a long six months and get the all important three points.
“I will continue to work hard to get back to full fitness and get back to my best. Thanks to those who have shown support.”