Gonzalo Higuain branded a liar by Napoli president after controversial switch

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has blasted Gonzalo Higuain after he moved to Juventus for 90 million euros.

"If Mr Gonzalo Gerardo Higuain was annoyed by my presence, it took him many years to understand it, unless he is a liar or an excellent actor," said the club's chief. 

"I would rule the latter out, though, as I know something about actors."

Higuain had claimed the president had effectively forced him out of the club. 

"It was my decision to leave, but it was [De Laurentiis] who pushed me into making it. I'd like to thank the fans and my teammates, but not De Laurentiis. 

"I no longer had a relationship with him; I couldn't stand another minute with him."