Merseyside Police on Sunday appealed for witnesses after photos on social media showed Ronaldo knocking the phone far from the Everton fan as he left the pitch right now after United's 1-0 loss at Goodison Park. "We can affirm that we're liaising with Manchester United Football Club and Everton FC following reports of an alleged assault at the Everton v Manchester United," a spokesperson for Merseyside Police stated.
"As players had been leaving the pitch at 2.30pm, it became stated that a boy became assaulted by means of one of the away group as they left the pitch. "Inquiries are under manner and officials are currently running with Everton Football Club to review CCTV photos and are sporting out large witness enquiries to establish if an offence has taken region. "Anyone with data in this incident is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police Contact centre quoting reference variety 228 of 9 April 2022."
The 14-yr-antique supporter's mom informed the 'Liverpool Echo' that her son, who's autistic and has dyspraxia, become left with a bruised hand after the incident. Ronaldo issued an apology for his "outburst" on Saturday and invited the boy to look at a sport at Old Trafford to make amends.
"It's in no way easy to address feelings in hard moments inclusive of the one we're dealing with," he wrote on Instagram. "Nevertheless, we always ought to be respectful, patient and set the example for all the youngsters who love the beautiful game. "I would like to apologise for my outburst and, if viable, I would love to ask this supporter to watch a game at Old Trafford as a signal of honest-play and sportsmanship."
The Football Association stated: "We are privy to the incident and can be in search of observations on the problem from each clubs and the participant involved."
