Juventus, a Serie A powerhouse, has been directed by the Court of Arbitration to settle a £8.3 million outstanding salary owed to former player Cristiano Ronaldo during his tenure with the Italian club.
During his three-season stint with Juventus, the 39-year-old football icon agreed to defer his wages amidst the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly affecting football activities in the 2020/21 season.
Following his departure from Juventus for his second spell at Manchester United, Ronaldo’s outstanding wages remained unpaid by the Italian club, prompting the player to pursue legal action to reclaim the owed amount.
While Ronaldo asserted his entitlement to over £17 million from Juventus, the arbitration tribunal ruled in favor of the player, ordering the club to pay half of the requested sum.
Juventus responded to the ruling in a statement provided to Reuters, acknowledging the arbitration board’s determination of the validity of Ronaldo’s compensation reduction agreement for the 2020/21 season.
The statement further outlined Juventus’ commitment to reviewing the arbitration board’s decision with legal counsel, while reserving the right to explore all avenues to safeguard its interests.
Throughout his tenure at Juventus, Ronaldo played a pivotal role in securing two league titles for the club, contributing significantly to its success on the field.
