OB1
Well-Known Member
I disagree. A club statement denying the allegations would be expected. But for Ferran to speak the words in front of camera it is a much stronger denial and wouldn't be done if the club felt there was a chance they could be found guilty. Look at Prince Andrew. He felt an interview would be the best way to clear his name. A generic statement of denial from behind close doors would be scrutinised by the public. In hindsight he shouldn't have done that interview because it showed to most that he is guilty!
Whilst a premeditated interview from the club, it was clear Ferran has no concerns. That is much more reassuring than a statement published by the website. There was no sweat on his brow, and unlike Prince Andrew I'm sure he is capable of sweating.
Ferran would have to be an Oscar winning actor, a pathological liar or very deluded to have given such an unruffled interview: he gave no sign of not believing that City are innocent.