The Premier League released a statement on Tuesday night, insisting that David Brooks escaped a red card for dragging Chelsea defender, Marc Cucurella to the ground, because it was not violent conduct.
Referee Rob Jones took a look at the pitchside monitor after being informed of a potential violent conduct offence, where Brooks appeared to use his arm to bring Cucurella down as Chelsea broke away for a counter-attack.
It seemed Brooks was about to see red, but following several views of the incident, Jones instead decided to show a yellow card, to the frustration of Chelsea players and supporters at Stamford Bridge.
“VAR recommended an on-field review for a possible red card to Brooks for violent conduct.
“Upon review, the referee deemed that the challenge on Cucurella was a reckless action and not violent conduct – and issued a yellow card to Brooks,” a statement read.
Cole Palmer had given Chelsea the lead, before Bournemouth scored twice through Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo.
But Reece James scored a late free-kick to help the Blues get a point at home, as their title hopes began to fade.
Premier League releases statement on why David Brooks escaped red against Chelsea
That was purely red card he should have been given red card , I think the red was being sentimental