The charge of rape, especially the alleged consent of Cristiano Ronaldo to pay the "victim" for silence, strains his sponsors. Nike and EA Sports have already made official statements..

"We are very concerned about the accusations against Cristiano Ronaldo," said Nike in a statement.. - We carefully monitor the situation and look forward to further developments ".

"Our company does not hide the concern about the situation that has arisen around Cristiano Ronaldo," said EA Sports in a press release..

- It is very important for us that those who cooperate with EA and are our ambassador should behave in everyday life in accordance with high standards of EA. Therefore, we will be very closely monitor developments. ".

Ronaldo himself denies rape charges and denies the amicable transaction worth $ 375,000 from US citizen Catherine Mayorga who sued him in court in 2009.

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