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      Cristiano Ronaldo facing police probe and £900 fine along with six other Juventus stars over ‘quarantine rules breach’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and six other Juventus team-mates face a potential police probe and £900 fine for an alleged quarantine rules breach.
      The players left Juventus’ retreat on Monday morning, where the Serie A kings were in isolation.

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      Cristiano Ronaldo and six other Juventus team-mates face a potential police probe and £900 fine for an alleged quarantine rules breachCredit: AFP or licensors

      Juventus were living in a bubble within their camp at Continassa after two cases of coronavirus were found last Saturday.
      According to TuttoSport, Gianluigi Buffon and Merih Demiral decided to leave the camp and return to their respective homes on Monday morning.
      And Rodrigo Bentancur, Juan Cuadrado, Danilo, Paulo Dybala and Ronaldo reportedly departed to play for their national teams.
      It is claimed Juventus could not stop their players from leaving the bubble and when they did it became an individual responsibility.

      The Italian champions then informed members of ASL, the local health unit, who confirmed they received the report directly from the club.
      Names of the players who left the isolation bubble were then given to the Prosecutor’s Office.
      Corriere di Torino revealed Roberto Testi, the director of the Prevention Department of the ASL Citta di Torino, indicated nothing controversial will come from the rule breach.
      Testi said “I don’t think anything serious has been committed and if someone were to take a private flight, maybe they’ll pay a fine and I don’t think any players will have problems doing it.”

      At Continassa, Andrea Pirlo’s team continued to train in isolation, including some players who received international call-ups during the current break.
      Italy manager Roberto Mancini said he expected Juventus players to arrive, but the isolation period will reportedly only end once all the protocol checks are completed.
      Ronaldo was in the Portugal squad that drew 0-0 with Spain on Wednesday and plays France and Sweden in Nations League fixtures.
      But the 35-year-old received devastating news that his £7million home in Madeira was burgled while he was on international duty.
      Partner Georgina Rodriguez was also away at Paris Fashion Week.
      The chancer is claimed to have snuck into the house after a member of Ronaldo’s staff opened the garage door, according to respected local paper Diario de Noticias Madeira.
      Police are said to be on the hunt for the suspected burgler.

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      Ashley Young insists he would ‘walk from Italy right now’ to play for Watford again 13 years after quitting for Villa

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      ASHLEY YOUNG has revealed he would love to retire at Watford if given the chance as he declared he would happily walk away from Inter Milan.
      The 35-year-old came through the ranks at Vicarage Road – joining the academy in 1995 before making his first team debut in 2003.

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      England international Ashley Young departed Watford 13 years ago for Aston VillaCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

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      Young has stated he would leave Inter Milan to return to Watford if given the the chanceCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      He would go on to score 22 goals in 110 games for the Hornets before departing for Aston Villa in 2007.
      And on Watford’s ‘Golden Tales’ podcast, he said: “If I could go back and play there [at Watford] again, I would walk from Italy right now because it’s what I know, it’s where I come from and it’s what allowed me to be who I am and get where I am.
      “For me, at my age now, and you can ask my family, you can ask my agent, if I had the opportunity to go back and finish my career at Watford, I would jump at the chance.”
      He did sting the Hornets’ fanbase in 2017 when he scored twice for Manchester United at Vicarage Road and celebrated provocatively.

      The England international cupped his ears to the Watford supporters after his superb half-volley, before running to the corner flag after dispatching a free-kick.
      But Young – who has one year left on his deal at the San Siro – has insisted he meant nothing by it, as he spoke of his love for the club.
      He added on the podcast: “I’ve not got nothing against any Watford fan. None whatsoever, and I’ve always wanted to set the record straight.
      “When you do score a goal, I’m passionate, I want to celebrate. I remember thinking as soon as I scored, ‘Yeah I’m running to that corner, and I’m going to celebrate’.

      ASHLEY YOUNG’S CLUBS

      Watford (2003-2007)
      Aston Villa (2007-2011)
      Manchester United (2011-2020)
      Inter Milan (2020-)
      Honours: Premier League x1, FA Cup x1, EFL Cup x1, Europa League x1
      England caps: 39

      “It wasn’t one of those things that crossed my mind like ‘What have you done?’, it’s just I’ve scored a goal, I want to celebrate.
      “But I have got nothing against any Watford fan, and I know I took abuse that day, and do you know what, if I could go back and change it, would I? No.
      “I know what started my career. It was Watford. I always say and I will always say it’s my home.”

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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic ‘threatened to break Maxi Lopez’s FACE’ in furious dressing-room row with ex-AC Milan team-mate

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      ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC reportedly threatened to thump an old team-mate during his stint as an AC Milan striker in 2012. 
      It is claimed the outspoken Sweden superstar almost came to blows with Maxi Lopez, during Argentinian’s six-month loan spell at the Italian giants. 

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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s old AC Milan team-mate Maxi Lopez claims the forward once threatened to hit him during a dressing room spatCredit: EPA

      Lopez, 36, was on loan from Catania from January to June of 2012 wand was playing alongside Ibrahimovic against Parma. 
      And the striker, who now plies his trade with Serie C side Sambenedettese, claims the Swede gave him an earful for making a pass that failed to reach his feet. 
      Lopez told Tyc Sports: “We were playing against Parma at the Tardini, I put a pass into the box for Ibrahimovic, he didn’t even move, he just watched where the ball was going.

      “Suddenly, he spun round and started shouting at me. 
      “You wouldn’t believe the things he said! He wanted the ball at his feet. I replied it was a good pass and it would’ve sent him clear on goal.
      “We got back to the dressing room at the end of the game. I thought he’d say something to me, but he stayed away. A day passed, two, then three. 
      “We had to play in the Champions League on the Wednesday. Zlatan went up to me and said: ‘I like you, the Argentines have character and say what they believe, not like the Brazilians. Having said that, next time you do something like that, I’ll smash your face in.’ 

      .Ibrahimovic has a reputation for occasionally being fiery.

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      Maxi Lopez claims Ibrahimovic was furious with him for a making a misplaced passCredit: EPA
      The former Barcelona and Paris Saint Germain frontman’s temperament has seen him sent off 13 times in his career. 
      That puts him in among the 25 players who have received the most red cards since the year 2000.
      The former Red Devils striker, who scored 17 times 33 for Manchester United from 2016 to 2018, was regarded as an imposing figure at Old Trafford according to former team-mates. 

      “Do you remember him getting on to such and such in training and he nearly made him cry?”
      Lee Grant

      And United stopper Lee Grant revealed players at the club could not stop talking about the Swede even after his departure in 2018.
      Grant, 37, told Manutd.com said: “His period at the club had just come to an end but the lads would talk about him constantly.
      “Do you remember when Zlatan did this?

      “Do you remember him getting on to such and such in training and he nearly made him cry?”
      Ibrahimovic, who moved to United in 2016 on a free transfer from PSG, joined LA Galaxy in £1million deal in 2018 before returning to AC Milan in January. 
      The Sweden international is his country’s all-time top scorer with 62 goals in 116 games.

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      Watch Cristiano Ronaldo’s sensational outside-of-the-boot pass for Portugal to wreck claims he can’t pick out team-mates

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      CRISTIANO Ronaldo wrecked claims that he’s selfish and can’t pick out a team-mate with a stunning outside-of-the-boot pass for Portugal last night.
      The wonder pass was one of the highlights in an entertaining goalless draw between Portugal and Spain.

      spectacular pass by Cristiano Ronaldo.if he manages to pass like that just being a “training product” and “without natural talent”, then natural talent is overrated …. pic.twitter.com/UZMIA2PYm1
      — Fut433 (@Fut16531031) October 7, 2020

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      Ronaldo’s wonderful pass was aimed perfectly for Renato Sanches

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      Ronaldo got the ball through the eye of the needle with a perfectly-timed pass

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      Ronaldo, 35, has been accused throughout his career of not being able to spot a pass.
      But he put paid to that last night with a stunning, curling ball that should have led to the breakthrough goal.
      A counter-attack saw Ronaldo played in down the left and, just as it looked like he may cut in, he spotted Renato Sanches.
      The ex-Swansea flop was then delivered the most delicious pass on a plate but could only fire his shot against the underside of the crossbar.

      The ball bounced on the line and away, with Sanches left astonished it did not go in.
      Ronaldo’s involvement in the chance left his fans on social media purring – and helped vanquish rumours he was not the complete player.
      One person on Twitter rubbished claims that Ronaldo’s talent was all hard work and no natural flair.
      He wrote: “Spectacular pass by Cristiano Ronaldo.

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      Spain were on the retreat as Ronaldo crept forward

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      Just as he looks like he will cut inside, Ronaldo unleashes the amazing pass.

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      Sanches’ well-struck effort smacks the bar
      “If he manages to pass like that just being a ‘training product’ and ‘without natural talent’, then natural talent is overrated ….”
      Another person tweeted: “What a phenomenal pass by Cristiano Ronaldo. Xavi-esque pass with the outside of his foot, and people try spread the myth he’s not a great passer.”

      What a phenomenal pass by Cristiano Ronaldo. Xavi-esque pass with the outside of his foot, and people try spread the myth he’s not a great passer 🤣
      — Filipe Orlando (@MrFilipeOrlando) October 7, 2020

      See that pass from Ronaldo 😍
      — alameenn✭ (@AlameenAlz) October 7, 2020

      That pass from Ronaldo. Stuff Of Legends
      — TopBoy (@C33J4Y_) October 7, 2020

      It’s usually like that when Ronaldo give a stunning pass, players tend to miss the finish. Underrated passer.
      — Valentina Lopez (@CalcioJuve) October 7, 2020

      One other person hailed it as “the pass of a genius.”
      It was busy a night for Ronaldo, who almost scored himself when he hit the bar early in the second half.
      Portugal’s best chance in a night of missed opportunities came when Ruben Semedo headed a corner to the far post towards Joao Felix who failed to smuggle the ball home.

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      Portugal 0 Spain 0: Chelsea outcast Kepa keeps clean sheet vs Cristiano Ronaldo… with a little help from crossbar

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      KEPA ARRIZABALAGA added a rare clean sheet to his collection as Spain drew 0-0 with Portugal.
      Cristiano Ronaldo came the closest to beating the Chelsea outcast – but he was denied by the woodwork.

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      Kepa started between the sticks for Spain against Portugal Credit: AFP or licensors

      Kepa has been dropped by Blues boss Frank Lampard following a series of blunders.
      Edouard Mendy has established himself as the new No1 following his move from Rennes.
      But Spain boss Luis Enrique trusted Kepa to start ahead of David De Gea on Wednesday night.
      And he proved his potential as he kept Portugal’s star-studded line-up at bay for 90 minutes.

      Ronaldo and Co did only register one shot on target – but that still leaves Kepa with a 100 per cent record for the evening.
      The Juventus star, 35, came close as he rattled the crossbar in the early stages of the second half.
      After a cross was delivered into the box, he shifted the ball onto his left foot before he fired his effort at goal.
      Kepa breathed a sigh of relief as he watched the shot rebound off of the woodwork.

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      Cristiano Ronaldo was unable to find a way past Kepa ArrizabalagaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      In the 67th minute Portugal were denied by the bar for the second time.
      Ronaldo delivered the ball into Renato Sanches, who smashed his first time effort against the underside of the bar.
      Spain will be glad Jose Mourinho wasn’t lurking in Lisbon to measure the exact height of the goals.
      Kepa made an impressive save late on to deny Joao Felix from scoring the winner.
      The match ended 0-0, but both teams were able to show off their talent from the Premier League.
      Leeds United had two players in Spain’s starting line-up – Rodrigo and Diego Llorente.
      That is one more player than Real Madrid had on show and the same amount as Barcelona.

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      Cristiano Ronaldo hit the crossbar during the matchCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Tottenham star Sergio Reguilon started at the back for Spain alongside Manchester City star Eric Garcia.
      And Arsenal star Dani Ceballos kicked off the game in the midfield.
      Portugal had Wolves trio Ruben Neves, Patricio and Joao Moutinho in their starting line-up.

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      Around 2,500 fans eere in the stadium for the clash between Spain and PortugalCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Smalling’s transfer from Man Utd to Roma sees missing girl found after club used announcement to advertise lost teen

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      A MISSING teenage girl has been found after Roma raised awareness while announcing the signing of Chris Smalling
      The Serie A side completed the permanent signing of the former England defender on Deadline Day, having haggled with Manchester United all summer.

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      Chris Smalling finally sealed his Roma return on MondayCredit: EPA

      And when they finally got their man, they coupled their official announcement with a plea for information regarding a missing Italian teenage girl.
      Roma decided to start doing this with new signings last year – and have seen several missing children returned home safely.
      And the latest, who also featured in announcements for Marash Kumbulla, Pedro and Borja Mayoral, was found safe after Smalling’s arrival.
      Of the seven kids to be found through Roma’s kindhearted scheme, amazingly another occurred when Smalling signed on loan last year.

      A Kenyan child was found back in the summer of 2019, after an appeal for information featured alongside Smalling’s initial loan signing.
      And a British teenager, 15, was also found through Roma’s partnership with the International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children, after the signing of Mert Cetin last year.
      The news will be even more reason for Smalling to celebrate, having finally sealed his dream transfer back to the Stadio Olimpico.
      Upon signing Smalling, 30, told Roma’s official website: “It’s a massive, massive relief.

      “I think that everyone knew I wanted to come back and to finally get it done, albeit so close to the deadline, it’s just pure relief.
      “Now I can enjoy being back and then get straight back to it with the team tomorrow.”
      And when asked to offer a message to the fans, he responded: “Just that I am so happy to be here.
      “I have been fighting hard to come back and finally we are reunited. I am ready to give my all, I can’t wait to get going again!”

      I arrived last summer, and although temporary at the time, I knew instantly it would be my permanent home. Cannot wait to get started again, the journey continues, enjoy the ride! 💛❤️ pic.twitter.com/MyoAtrN1pQ
      — Chris Smalling (@ChrisSmalling) October 6, 2020

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      Everton sign goalkeeper Robin Olsen on season-long loan transfer from Roma with Jordan Pickford’s spot under huge threat

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      EVERTON have completed the signing of Robin Olsen to round off a busy transfer deadline day.
      The Roma goalkeeper arrives on a year-long loan as competition for No1 Jordan Pickford – after a string of errors to start the season.

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      Robin Olsen will provide competition to Jordan Pickford after Everton’s strong startCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      After the capture of Ben Godfrey from Norwich on Monday morning, Olsen arrived as Carlo Ancelotti’s sixth signing of the window.
      Reports had suggested Manchester United’s Sergio Romero and Paulo Gazzaniga of Tottenham were on the Toffees’ radar.
      However Olsen was the man brought in, amid a furious response from Romero’s wife.
      Eliana Guercio slammed United for “not letting” Romero go just hours before Everton announced their signing.

      A club statement minutes before the transfer deadline confirmed: “Everton have completed the signing of goalkeeper Robin Olsen on a season-long loan from AS Roma.
      “Olsen arrives at Everton having amassed 38 caps and is the Club’s second deadline-day signing after confirmation of 22-year-old Godfrey’s arrival from Norwich City earlier on Monday.”

      Olsen made his name in his native Sweden with Malmo before spells at PAOK and Copenhagen.

      A move to Roma two years ago saw him shipped out on loan to Cagliari last summer, where he made 19 appearances.
      He joins an Everton side flying high with four wins from four to start their Premier League campaign.
      Tottenham, West Brom, Crystal Palace and Brighton have all been dispatched ahead of a Merseyside derby with Liverpool in a fortnight.

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      Man Utd complete £37m transfer for 18-year-old Amad Traore from Atalanta as Solskjaer looks to future talent

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have landed exciting teenage prospect Amad Traore in a £37million deal.
      The club completed the transfer of the 18-year-old winger from Atalanta with just two hours to go to the transfer deadline.

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      Manchester United secured the signing of £37m winger Amad Traore from AtalantaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Work permit problems mean he will not actually join the club until January.
      The deal is worth £19m up front with a further £18m to come based on appearances and achievements.
      United have scouted Traore for four years, as he came through the Serie A club’s academy, which is regarded as one of the best in Italy.
      Equally good with both feet he can play on either wing.

      Traore scored just four minutes into his league debut last October after coming on as a 79th-minute substitute in a 7-1 home win over Udinese.
      The Ivorian made just three appearances in Italy’s top flight last season but was being watched by a host of top club’s around Europe.
      United were first alerted to his talent in 2016 when a scout reported on his performance in an Under-15s game.
      The signing is not being seen in any way as a threat to current players like Mason Greenwood but boosting the squad.

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      The teenager will link up with his new team-mates at Old Trafford in January

      As it is Greenwood will eventually move into a central striker’s role.
      The moves come after United failed to get an agreement to sign 20-year-old Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.
      Also they were only ever going to try and get Ousmane Dembele on loan from Barcelona while the Spanish giants wanted a permanent move.
      Earlier on deadline day, the Red Devils did secure the £15.3m signing of Porto left-back Alex Telles.
      The Brazilian said: “To join a club with the prestige of Manchester United is a huge honour.
      “I won many trophies at FC Porto and I want to continue that at United. The manager has a clear plan and direction for this team and I can’t wait to pull on the famous shirt.”

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