Juventus president Gianluca Ferrero confirmed that the club has fulfilled its financial obligations to Cristiano Ronaldo, settling 50% of the unpaid wages he requested. While Juventus disagrees with the court’s decision, which split the responsibility for the remaining amount, they have appealed the ruling and are committed to seeking a fair resolution.
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of football’s greatest icons, left Juventus FC in 2021 and has since played for Manchester United and Al Nassr. However, a recent legal dispute between the star player and the Italian club has made headlines. Ronaldo took Juventus to court over unpaid wages, claiming that the club owed him a significant amount.
This legal battle has prompted Juventus president Gianluca Ferrero to provide an update, revealing that the club has already settled part of the financial obligation, while also emphasizing their intention to appeal the court’s ruling on the matter. In the statement given , he said that:
“We paid Cristiano Ronaldo in April, there’s no need for any risk fund. We paid 50% of the amount he requested, so there’s no need for a risk fund because the amounts have been paid.”
Juventus disagrees with the court’s ruling that split the responsibility for the unpaid wages between the club and Ronaldo. The club believes the decision was unjust and has appealed it at the Turin court. Juventus remains confident that it has fulfilled its financial obligations but is determined to resolve the issue by continuing its legal fight, ensuring a final decision on the matter. This ongoing dispute is a key concern for both the club and its supporters and they will be looking forward to settling it down as soon as possible.
