The next day, Trigella and Maxa had an in-depth conversation with Ronaldo. After realizing that Eric Rovai's remarks had been made without Ronaldo's knowledge, they relaxed a lot.
They then worked with Ronaldo from various angles and temporarily demoted him to the reserve team.
They indicated that once the controversy had passed, they would bring Ronaldo back, and his position as a starter and his important tactical role on the team would not change.
It was like taking a vacation.
Ronaldo readily agreed.
He wasn't without brains; he knew that this approach would help the public's attention dissipate quickly.
If a problem can't be solved, solve the person who created the problem.
Was Ronaldo feeling aggrieved?
Perhaps a little.
But likewise, this was Ronaldo's way of advancing by retreating.
Honestly, he didn't believe the team could make any significant impact in the Champions League anymore.
PSV Eindhoven and Galatasaray were obviously tough nuts to crack.
