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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Illegal Spying Scandal Forces Big ‘Rule Changes’ in Italian Parliament

Published 03/09/2024, 1:52 PM EST

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The Italian government looks to leave no box unchecked when it comes to their privacy laws. The past few years have been a real eye-opener for the nation with multiple high-profile individuals complaining about illegal spying. Soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo was amongst the victims as the player blasted the government for the lack of security detail. Well, it seems like Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has had enough of the drama!

The Italian Prime Minister raised the issue during the recent parliamentary session, questioning the shortcomings during the past few years. Meloni also stated that the government needs to bring in bolstered laws to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. The Italian authorities are currently investigating Pasquale Striano, a lieutenant serving the ‘Flamme Gialle’. Striano was involved in multiple investigations with the officer charged for illegally spying on the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Andrea Agnelli, and Massimiliano Allegri.

Multiple officials in Italy have also supported Giorgia Meloni’s claim. Carlo Nordio and Guido Crosetto have also requested the government to re-establish the Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry to support the ongoing investigations. According to reports, the ministers have complained of a breach within the Prosecutor’s Office of Perugia.

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It will be interesting to see what the next step of action for the Italian government is considering the high-profile individuals involved with the case. Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo will look to put his focus away from ongoing drama to focus on his ongoing legal battle against Juventus.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Juventus still embroiled in legal battle

The Al Nassr skipper continues to be in dispute with his ex-employers over his unpaid wages. Cristiano Ronaldo sued Juventus in 2022 for holding his wages. The player in his lawsuit has claimed the club still owes him over $21.2 million in unpaid wages during his time with the club. However, Juventus has denied the allegations claiming the player had signed a no-dues clause with the club before leaving for Manchester United in 2021.

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According to the club, the Bianconeri do not owe Cristiano Ronaldo any money and will continue fighting the case to defend themselves. It will be interesting to see if the court supports the club in the case or decides to side with CR7. What do you think of the ongoing legal dispute between Ronaldo and Juventus? Let us know in the comments below.

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Saurabh Saket

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Saurabh Saket is a Soccer Writer at EssentiallySports. He is a passionate Borussia Dortmund fan despite them not lifting the league title in the last twelve years. This writing machine wants to make a difference with his proficiency in journalism.
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