Fàbregas was involved in a number of unsavoury incidents at Stamford Bridge last night, including a flare-up with Lamela whom he accused of stamping on his hand

Cesc Fàbregas has been accused of triggering the post-match mêlée which followed last night’s London derby by appearing to flick at the shorts of Tottenham Hotspur’s players and backroom staff with his hand as he left the pitch at Stamford Bridge.

The Chelsea midfield player had suffered a stamp on his hand by Érik Lamela during the 2-2 draw which gave the Barclays Premier League title to Leicester City, but eyewitnesses have described his reaction as petulant rather than violent and it is therefore unlikely to be punished by the FA, who seem certain to charge both clubs for failing to control their players.

Diego Costa could also face action after appearing to clash with Michel Vorm, Tottenham’s reserve goalkeeper, in the touchline flare-up.

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