Manchester United could be willing to part ways with Cristiano Ronaldo as Erik ten Hag has reportedly given the green light for his departure.
According to The Times, Ten Hag is willing to sell the five-time Ballon d'Or winner as he is unhappy with the veteran forward's behavior and attitude. The Dutchman does not believe the 37-year-old is motivated to help the Red Devils succeed this season and is therefore willing to sanction his departure.
Cristiano Ronaldo joined United from Juventus last summer for an initial fee of €15 million with add-ons. The Red Devils signed him in the hope that he would be able to lead them to their first Premier League title in nearly a decade. The striker enjoyed an impressive 2021-22 campaign, finishing as the club's top-scorer with 18 goals in 30 league games.
Despite his consistency, United endured a dismal campaign as they finished sixth in the league table, thereby failing to qualify for this season's Champions League. Failure to qualify for Europe's elite competition and a disappointing summer transfer window resulted in Cristiano Ronaldo seeking a move away from Old Trafford.
The former Juventus star opted out of United's pre-season tour of Australia and Thailand due to 'personal reasons'. However, Ten Hag reiterated his desire to keep hold of the Portugal international as per ESPN.
He was named on the bench for his side's Premier League opener against Brighton and came on as a second-half substitute.
Cristiano Ronaldo was included in Ten Hag's starting line-up for the game against Brentford. United suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to the Bees, after which the Portuguese forward was visibly infuriated and snubbed a handshake from Ten Hag after the game.
The veteran striker's poor attitude has led to the Dutch tactician giving the greenlight for his sale. The Portuguese icon is reportedly waiting to see if the owners and executives share the same views as the former Ajax manager. The 37-year-old's departure could have massive financial implications for the club due to his commercial value.
Atletico Madrid has emerged a potential destination for United forward Cristiano Ronaldo
As per the Indian Express, Cristiano Ronaldo is keen to leave United but is yet to receive any concrete offers. Bayern Munich and Chelsea were linked with the 37-year-old but decided against pursuing his signature.
According to The Times, Atletico Madrid has emerged as a potential destination for the Portuguese star. Diego Simeone could view him as the ideal replacement for Luis Suarez, who left the club after the expiration of his contract in June.
The Spanish giants could also offer Alvaro Morata or Antoine Griezmann to United to facilitate a deal for Ronaldo.
The Red Devils could prefer to sign Morata over Griezmann as the Spaniard enjoyed an incredible pre-season and scored a brace in Atletico Madrid's 3-0 victory over Getafe in their La Liga opener.
Vowcilt
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nobody want that virus
Mangisha
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The man is quiet, he hasn't said a thing. You media busy here changing stories every day. Fucking make up your gaddam minds. If you say Ten is open on selling Ronaldo, or Ten isn't going to allow Ronaldo to leave as he has plans for him...choose one fucking story and hold on to it.
zebcdilm
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CR7 is a disgrace, disturbance to the club. No club wants him.
not only messi join Diego, Pele,and any best player u think in thus team you united struggle will still continued on less the fanz try to keep shut at least for a month the pressure is too much from the pundits, legends and the fanz
capeoptuyz
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please let him go,,, Martial is there and just add one more striker while we're waiting for boss Green
Zikbdklmop
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The most rejected player in the world ? Even Ac Milan rejected u , shame up on u?
napaklnop
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and who said ronaldo is a professional?
Your father said
fizbizzie
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and who said ronaldo is a professional?
Zeybikmst
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ManU should have got Suarez. The former Liverpool player has passion and aggression- which the team is desperately lacking
We loved Suarez too, when he was an Ajax player!
Zeybikmst
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The entire club and squad need to be rebuilt . There are no instant solutions.
Wiyclnotu
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if he want to live he should live , sell him troway
baobcdelpz
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ManU should have got Suarez. The former Liverpool player has passion and aggression- which the team is desperately lacking
Suarez doesn’t like europa n can’t betray liverpool for a weak United side
Ronesh1602
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Tell me who wants to play for a team like MU I am glad he wants to leave
lonely_loser
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c'mon stop ranting, man u is disgrace and misfortune club, never prosper since Ferguson left the club
Messi the G.O.A.T.
lonely_loser
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c'mon stop ranting, man u is disgrace and misfortune club, never prosper since Ferguson left the club
Messi is the best!
jioklopst
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finally am happy that Cr7 want to leave man united
jioklopst
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CR7 is a disgrace, disturbance to the club. No club wants him.
c'mon stop ranting, man u is disgrace and misfortune club, never prosper since Ferguson left the club
repbckrsz
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Let him go.....we don't need his services. But I can advise him to stay at the club for it holds his future.
Bekacnosz
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he is free to go, his wage alone can pay 3 superstars every week
cincdmrz
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Yea keep maguire but not Ronaldo you are ten F
deyaklmrt
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ManU should have got Suarez. The former Liverpool player has passion and aggression- which the team is desperately lacking
100% agree with you
lonely_loser
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CR7 is a disgrace, disturbance to the club. No club wants him.
lonely_loser
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Sell him to the MLS
Atleti_Simeone_Lover
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take Saul and Cunha on loan and send CR7 to us.
RKachacha
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ManU should have got Suarez. The former Liverpool player has passion and aggression- which the team is desperately lacking
lekakmtuy
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he is not the only key player at man u let him go if he wants to go
kukdknoyz
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TEN HAG or TEN MINDS?
Luzadkmruz
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Hello ten hag rushford must sell
basbikruz
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As per the Indian express 😁😁
Gingrich
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Let him leave