Man City receives good news before Liverpool battle; Mbappe on Golden Boy shortlist
(Baonghean.vn) - Tax is the main reason why Ronaldo left Real; Zidane sets conditions for signing MU: Must keep Paul Pogba; Falcao prepares to play football in the US... are today's attractive international sports news.
Taxes are the main reason why Ronaldo left Real
Ronaldo began to consider leaving Real in May 2017, when he got into more and more trouble with the Spanish tax authorities. According to the accusation, CR7 evaded about $15 million in taxes and was at risk of going to jail.
According toThe World, in a meeting at the home of his agent Jorge Mendes, Ronaldo told his advisers: "I don't want to take any risks. I don't study much, and the only thing I do in life is play football, but I'm not stupid and I don't trust anyone. That's why I always pay 30% more than required when hiring an adviser. I don't want any problems."
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Ronaldo had to go to court for tax scandal. Photo:Marca |
To reassure him, lawyer Carlos Osorio claimed responsibility and advised Ronaldo not to worry. However, a few months later, when he had to make a deal with the court, Ronaldo became very angry.
In addition to tax troubles, Ronaldo also had many problems with Real. Because Real kept their distance from Ronaldo after the scandal, CR7 considered it a betrayal. The Portuguese star was also angry that the team did not give him the salary that Messi and Neymar get at Barca and PSG.
Another problem for Ronaldo is that he is not considered the best player in Real's history. In a fan vote, CR7 had to rank behind the late legend Alfredo Di Stefano.
Mbappe, Vinicius shortlisted for Golden Boy 2018
Tuttosport (Italy) has just announced the shortlist of 40 young players competing for the 2018 Golden Boy award. Notable among them is the 2017 Golden Boy award winner and 2018 World Cup champion, Kylian Mbappe.
Compared to many other candidates, Kylian Mbappe stands out and has had great achievements in recent times. He has the opportunity to become the first player to be honored 2 years in a row.
After a great performance for PSG in the 2017/18 season (21 goals/44 matches and winning the "treble" in the domestic tournament), Mbappe contributed greatly to helping France win the 2018 World Cup. In the 2018/19 season, Mbappe continued to play impressively with 5 goals/5 matches in all competitions.
Next November, the Golden Boy 2018 list will be further shortened to 20 and the winner will be announced in December.
Zidane sets conditions for signing MU: Must keep Paul Pogba
Daily Mail reported that Zinedine Zidane made a transfer request to MU: Paul Pogba must be kept so that the former Real Madrid captain will consider signing a contract to replace Mourinho in the "hot seat" at Old Trafford.
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Zidane is said to have one of his demands for signing for MU is to keep Paul Pogba |
According to RMC, Mourinho's days at MU are numbered. This source confirmed that the Portuguese strategist lost control in the Red Devils' dressing room and Zidane was on his way to the Theatre of Dreams.
However, Zidane is said to have set conditions regarding the transfer, not letting Paul Pogba go anywhere and the French football legend wants the 25-year-old midfielder in his squad, regardless of the fact that he is considered a "threat" to MU.
Not only that, there is also another shocking news, the former MU striker, Zidane's compatriot, can return to the Red Devils as part of the 46-year-old coach's coaching staff after talking with Vice President Ed Woodward.
Man City receives good news before the big match with Liverpool
Man City received good news ahead of the big match against Liverpool at the weekend when star Kevin de Bruyne returned to training 6 weeks earlier than expected after the injury he suffered on August 15.
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Kevin de Bruyne also announced the good news to fans via his personal page. |
De Bruyne suffered a knee ligament injury and was expected to be out for three months. However, he made a lightning-fast recovery and was able to train with his teammates again, six weeks early.
This is great news for Pep Guardiola and Man City, because in addition to their Champions League duties in the second round tonight, against Hoffenheim, this weekend will be a big match with Liverpool in round 8 of the Premier League.
Barca president refuses to deny possibility of buying Pogba
Barca president Josep Maria Bartomeu has not ruled out a January move for the France international. Barca were considered a potential destination for Paul Pogba in the summer after the player publicly stated his intention to leave Man Utd.
However, Man Utd did not let Pogba go in the end. President Bartomeu has been asked many times about Pogba's situation and each time he hinted that he would find a way to bring this midfielder to the Nou Camp.
Falcao prepares to play football in the US
The Colombian "Tiger" will move to MLS to play after this season ends, the newspaperSport(Spain) revealed. Colombus Crew is the club most likely to recruit Radamel Falcao but Inter Miami is also interested in this striker. It is also possible that the 32-year-old striker will play in Mexico.
Pochettino denies possibility of leading Barca
Mauricio Pochettino has said it is "impossible" for him to become Barca's coach in the future. The statement was made by Pochettino ahead of Tottenham's Champions League group stage clash with Barca this week. Pochettino has been linked with several La Liga clubs, including Real, following Zinedine Zidane's departure. However, the Argentine's close relationship with Espanyol has made it impossible for him to work for Barca.