Football Agent Denies Threatening Abramovich Associate in Court
Saif Alrubie, accused of sending a threatening email to a former Chelsea director, asserts it would be foolish to threaten anyone linked to Roman Abramovich.
- Saif Alrubie is on trial for allegedly sending an intimidating email to Marina Granovskaia, demanding payment for a player transfer.
- Alrubie claims threatening Abramovich's associate would be a 'suicide mission', denying any intent of physical threat.
- The court hears Alrubie was arrested on the day of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, comparing his treatment to that of 'Pablo Escobar'.
- Key witness and fellow agent Kia Joorabchian was absent from the trial, having flown to the US unexpectedly.
- Alrubie insists on a civil resolution to recover the commission he believes he is owed, denying any wrongdoing.