Erik ten Hag on Wednesday signalled Manchester United’s intention to again Cristiano Ronaldo after the star was charged with improper conduct following an altercation with an Everton fan final season.
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Video footage confirmed Ronaldo showing to knock a younger boy’s cell phone to the bottom after United’s 1-0 defeat at Goodison Park on April 9.
The 37-year-old was cautioned by Merseyside Police and the Soccer Affiliation final month charged Ronaldo over the incident.
United supervisor Ten Hag has spoken to Ronaldo and advised the Portugal striker that the membership will assist his case.
Ten Hag initially appeared to counsel that Ronaldo would contest the cost, however a membership supply subsequently indicated that the Dutch coach’s reply was all the way down to a slight misinterpretation of the query.
The supply mentioned Ten Hag was defending Ronaldo and signalling the membership’s assist forward of the participant talking at a private FA listening to and providing mitigation as he seems to be to keep away from a ban.
It’s believed Ronaldo wouldn’t settle for a harsh punishment, which United really feel could be unfair, quite than disputing that the incident befell.
“We talked about that and he won’t settle for it,” Ten Hag advised reporters.
The incident with the Everton fan occurred when Ronaldo was making his means in the direction of the tunnel and the previous Actual Madrid and Juventus star later issued an apology for his actions.
“It’s by no means straightforward to cope with feelings in troublesome moments such because the one we face,” Ronaldo mentioned on Instagram.
“However, we at all times need to be respectful, and affected person and set an instance for all the children who love the gorgeous recreation.
“I wish to apologise for my outburst and, if attainable, I wish to invite this supporter to look at a recreation at Previous Trafford as an indication of fair-play and sportsmanship.”