10 Things You Didn't Know About Diego Maradona

4. He Owes The Italian Government A Lot Of Money

Former Argentine soccer star Diego Maradona gestures during the press conference held after the premiere of his TV show called
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In March 2009 Italian officials announced that Maradona still owed the Italian government €37 million in taxes; €23.5 million of which was accrued interest on his original debt.

Diego has paid only €42,000, two luxury watches and a set of earrings to date.

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