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Ex-Manchester United Midfielder Faces Prison Sentence

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Former Manchester United midfielder Anderson has been ordered to prison over his reported failure to pay child maintenance.
Anderson, 36, has been told he will have to serve time in a jail in the southern Brazilian city of Porto Alegre unless he hands over the £45,000 he owes.

According The decision was taken last week by a family court judge in the retired footballer’s home city but only became public overnight.
The lock-up where ex-Brazil international Anderson, who won the Premier League four times with United after signing for the club from Porto in July 2007, has been identified locally as the Irmao Miguel Dario Prison.

The former footballer, who also played for Fiorentina in Italy and Internacional in his homeland before hanging up his boots aged just 31, is said to have been told he must serve 30 days behind bars unless he clears his child maintenance debt.

He has been offered the option of doing his prison time in a ‘semi-open’ regime whereby he could work or study outside the jail during the day but return to sleep at night, according to respected Brazilian news website GZH (via The Mirror).

Anderson was at the centre of controversy in his homeland four years ago after being accused of laundering £4.7million though cryptocurrencies.

He was named by Brazilian newspaper Globo at the time as one of eight people under investigation by a state prosecutor into a scheme designed to divert the cash from the state stock exchange.

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Osimhen Set to Complete One-Year Loan at Galatasaray

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By Abaire Olanlesi

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will see out his one-year loan spell at Galatasaray, having rejected offers to leave during the January transfer window.

While the window has closed across most European leagues, Turkey remains an exception.

Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli last summer, with no option to buy, following a fallout with the Italian club’s management.

He had previously turned down moves to Chelsea and Saudi Arabia due to personal terms.

Despite speculation about an early exit, Galatasaray’s technical director, Okan Buruk, confirmed that while his loan deal included a January transfer clause, Osimhen chose to stay, prioritizing his commitment to the club.

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Taye Taiwo Inducted Into Marseille’s Legends Club

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By Oluwamayowa Fakande

Former Super Eagles left-back Taye Taiwo has been inducted into Olympique Marseille’s Legends Club, recognizing his contributions to the French side.

The club announced the honor on its English X handle, stating: “Taye Taiwo is in the house tonight as the former Olympien and Super Eagle is inducted into the #OMLegends club.”

Taiwo, who played a key role in Marseille’s success, won the Ligue 1 title, French League Cup, and French Super Cup before moving to AC Milan in 2011.

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Ronaldo: I’m the Most Complete Player in History

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By Oluwamayowa Fakande

 

Portugal and Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo has declared himself the most complete footballer ever, citing his record-breaking achievements and versatility on the pitch.

 

Speaking in an interview with Spanish show El Chiringuito, the 39-year-old emphasized his scoring prowess across all aspects of the game.

 

“Who’s the best goal scorer in history? It’s about numbers. I rank among the top 10 left-footed scorers despite not being left-footed. I excel with my head, right foot, free kicks, and penalties. I do everything well in football,” he boasted.

 

Acknowledging personal preferences for legends like Messi, Pelé, and Maradona, Ronaldo insisted that his all-around ability sets him apart.

 

“I haven’t seen anyone better than me,” he stated.

 

Despite his age, Ronaldo remains highly competitive and has no plans to retire, saying his drive to improve keeps him going.

 

“Someone else in my position would have quit 10 years ago. I’m different,” he added.

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