So, what now for Cristiano Ronaldo? The likely outcome is that he will get his own way, just as his coach, Jose Mourinho, did.
In a bid for the absolute power which he demands, Mourinho fought several political battles and won them all as Real Madrid legends such as Jorge Valdano were pushed aside.
Mourinho's mantra was simple: do not interfere, give me control and I'll give you the trophies you've not been winning. He has a huge ego, he also delivered his promises by knocking Barcelona off the top of the table. Ronaldo was vital to that process and even though he earns €11 million (Dh50m) a year, it represents just over two per cent of Real's annual revenue.
He claims that his sadness is not about money, but sources close to the situation claim it is about him not being the best paid player in the world, about him not being club captain.
He wants to be more highly regarded by his teammates and by the ultra fickle Real fans who can boo their own, even on a good day. He knows football is a team game, but he also knows he is by far the most important player at the club.
He could earn more money joining a Russian club, Manchester City or PSG, but such a move would be a step down from a side chasing a record 10th European Cup.
Real's No 7 has flexed his muscles and he will probably be indulged with an improved contract, subsidised by the eventual sale of Kaka who earns the same yet doesn't play. That and more influence in team affairs. Only then might he be a little less sad.
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Tips to keep your car cool
- Place a sun reflector in your windshield when not driving
- Park in shaded or covered areas
- Add tint to windows
- Wrap your car to change the exterior colour
- Pick light interiors - choose colours such as beige and cream for seats and dashboard furniture
- Avoid leather interiors as these absorb more heat
World record transfers
1. Kylian Mbappe - to Real Madrid in 2017/18 - €180 million (Dh770.4m - if a deal goes through)
2. Paul Pogba - to Manchester United in 2016/17 - €105m
3. Gareth Bale - to Real Madrid in 2013/14 - €101m
4. Cristiano Ronaldo - to Real Madrid in 2009/10 - €94m
5. Gonzalo Higuain - to Juventus in 2016/17 - €90m
6. Neymar - to Barcelona in 2013/14 - €88.2m
7. Romelu Lukaku - to Manchester United in 2017/18 - €84.7m
8. Luis Suarez - to Barcelona in 2014/15 - €81.72m
9. Angel di Maria - to Manchester United in 2014/15 - €75m
10. James Rodriguez - to Real Madrid in 2014/15 - €75m
THE BIO
Ms Al Ameri likes the variety of her job, and the daily environmental challenges she is presented with.
Regular contact with wildlife is the most appealing part of her role at the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi.
She loves to explore new destinations and lives by her motto of being a voice in the world, and not an echo.
She is the youngest of three children, and has a brother and sister.
Her favourite book, Moby Dick by Herman Melville helped inspire her towards a career exploring the natural world.
Tightening the screw on rogue recruiters
The UAE overhauled the procedure to recruit housemaids and domestic workers with a law in 2017 to protect low-income labour from being exploited.
Only recruitment companies authorised by the government are permitted as part of Tadbeer, a network of labour ministry-regulated centres.
A contract must be drawn up for domestic workers, the wages and job offer clearly stating the nature of work.
The contract stating the wages, work entailed and accommodation must be sent to the employee in their home country before they depart for the UAE.
The contract will be signed by the employer and employee when the domestic worker arrives in the UAE.
Only recruitment agencies registered with the ministry can undertake recruitment and employment applications for domestic workers.
Penalties for illegal recruitment in the UAE include fines of up to Dh100,000 and imprisonment
But agents not authorised by the government sidestep the law by illegally getting women into the country on visit visas.
The specs
Engine: 4 liquid-cooled permanent magnet synchronous electric motors placed at each wheel
Battery: Rimac 120kWh Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide (LiNiMnCoO2) chemistry
Power: 1877bhp
Torque: 2300Nm
Price: Dh7,500,00
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