Ronaldo: Police investigating after Manchester United ahead seems to interrupt fan’s telephone

Merseyside Police are investigating an alleged assault after Manchester United ahead Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to interrupt a fan’s telephone.

Ronaldo, 37, later apologised on social media.

Merseyside Police mentioned they have been investigating “experiences of an alleged assault” at Goodison Park on Saturday.

A spokesperson mentioned they have been liaising with each Manchester United and Everton.

“As gamers have been leaving the pitch at 2.30pm, it was reported {that a} boy was assaulted by one of many away workforce as they left the pitch,” they added.

“Inquiries are below approach and officers are at the moment working with Everton to evaluation CCTV footage and are finishing up in depth witness enquiries to determine if an offence has taken place.

“Anybody with data on this incident is requested to contact Merseyside Police social media desk through Twitter MerPolCC or Fb Merseyside Police contact centre quoting reference quantity 228 of 9 April 2022.”

Manchester United mentioned they have been conscious of “an alleged incident” and would “co-operate with any police inquiries”.

The consequence broken United’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League and got here towards an Everton aspect who had been one level above the relegation zone earlier than kick-off.

“It is by no means straightforward to cope with feelings in troublesome moments such because the one we face,” mentioned Portugal worldwide Ronaldo.

“Nonetheless, we at all times should be respectful, affected person and set the instance for all the kids who love the attractive sport.

“I wish to apologise for my outburst and, if potential, I wish to invite this supporter to look at a sport at Previous Trafford as an indication of truthful play and sportsmanship.”