RONALDO OFF AGAIN

Last updated : 13 August 2002 By Editor

Relations between Internazionale and Ronaldo deteriorated further yesterday when the Brazilian striker was left out of the Champions League squad to face Sporting Lisbon tomorrow, according to Reuters.

Hector Cuper says that Ronaldo is simply not fit but the player is reportedly hankering after a move to Spain ands is said to be frustrated at Inter’s style of play.

"This is an important week," he said. "I still haven't decided anything. I must take into consideration both technical and professional factors. My way of playing football is one in the Brazilian style, one based on fantasy, an offensive and less tactical one than the Italian game... a way that is closer to the Spanish version."

"He wants to leave," said his agent Alexandre Martins. "It's hard for things to work when someone isn't happy at a club."