The Issue: Cristiano Ronaldo and Juventus clashed in a legal battle over €9.77 million stemming from deferred wages during the COVID-19 pandemic.The Background:Deferral Agreement: In 2020, Juventus players, including Ronaldo, agreed to defer four months' salary to help the club navigate financial difficulties caused by the pandemic.Repayment Plan: Three of those deferred months were to be repaid