It was after Manchester United’s 0-1 loss to Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday that a video began circulating on Cristiano Ronaldo on his way out of the tunnel.
According to several British media, Ronaldo is said to have destroyed a supporter’s phone by throwing it to the ground. A video of the incident shows Ronaldo throwing something on the ground, but it is not possible to fully indicate that it is a phone being thrown. It is eyewitnesses to the incident who claim that it is a telephone.
Later on Saturday, Sky Sports stated that United is investigating the situation after it was widely circulated on social media. Now the police have also started an investigation. Merseyside police are investigating “reports of an alleged assault”, the BBC wrote on Sunday.
“Investigations are underway and police are currently working with Everton to review surveillance footage and conduct extensive witness hearings to establish whether a crime has taken place,” police said in a statement.
On Saturday night, Ronaldo posted a post on Instagram apologizing for the incident.
“It’s never easy to deal with their emotions in difficult times, like the one we go through. No matter how much we always show respect, patience and a role model for all young people who love the sport. I would like to apologize for my outburst and, if possible, invite this supporter to watch a match at Old Trafford “, the star wrote then.
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