Spanish footballer goes viral after giving shirt to fan for 50 EUROS as star reveals regret over controversial moment
MALAGA midfielder Dani Lorenzo has gone viral after giving a shirt to a fan for 50 Euros.
The Spanish footballer was caught on camera interacting with the supporter on Sunday.
He had been taking photos with fans after Malaga’s Primera Federacion win over Atletico Madrid B.
Lorenzo had grabbed his third assist of the season by setting up the winner in his side’s 1-0 away victory.
Whilst taking pictures with fans, Lorenzo was asked for his shirt by a supporter.
He initially refused and explained that the club charges 50 Euros for them.
The fan then gives him 50 Euros, prompting Lorenzo to hand over his shirt.
Footage of their exchange has since gone viral on social media after being broadcast on El Chiringuito.
Reflecting on the incident, Lorenzo has been quoted by Sur explaining: “It happened so fast. Just so people understand, we’re in Primera RFEF, I’m not a millionaire, I wish I were.
“We’re given a limited number of shirts to give away, and I had already distributed mine. After that, the club charges us for additional shirts.
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“I mentioned this to the man in the stands, and he offered me 50 euros. It caught me by surprise, and I reacted instinctively to accept it and exchange the shirt.”
He also admitted he regrets taking the money from the fan, adding: “Now, upon reflection, I realise I shouldn’t have taken it.
“I did it with all the good faith in the world, and I hope people understand.”
Former Champions League quarter-finalists Malaga are now in the third tier of Spanish football.
The club’s relegation last season confirmed their place at that level for the first time since 1998.
They could be promoted this term, though, with Sunday’s win leaving them in the play-off places with six matches remaining.