LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) Barcelona defender Joao Cancelo has addressed the recent controversy surrounding his reaction to autograph hunters.
In a social media post, he clarified that the individuals in question were not genuine fans but rather opportunistic individuals who repeatedly sought his autograph to later sell it.
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Cancelo expressed frustration with their behaviour, highlighting the need for respect and understanding of the situation.
This incident reflects a growing trend of players facing challenges from persistent autograph seekers.
Cancelo has since joined the Portuguese national team for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Slovakia and Bosnia & Herzegovina.