After much speculation, it is now clear where ManUnited’s superstar will play next season. A conversation with his ex-coach should have been decisive
Cristiano Ronaldo has been a constant theme this transfer summer. The Portuguese, who joined Manchester United from Juventus just last year, already wants to leave. Despite 18 Premier League goals, the season with the “Red Devils” was disappointing in sporting terms. No title and no qualification for the Champions League.
Not enough for the claims of the five-time world footballer. His advisor Jorge Mendes sounded out the market, “CR7” has been traded at various top clubs for weeks. Also at FC Bayern. This was confirmed by CEO Oliver Kahn in “Sport Bild”. “We discussed the issue – otherwise we wouldn’t be doing our job well,” said Kahn. “But we came to the conclusion that, with all due respect from all of us, he would not have suited our philosophy in the current situation.”
A pledge of allegiance is still pending
Nobody wanted or could afford Ronaldo so far. But now it should have come to a future decision. The goalscorer showed up with his agent at the Manchester United club ground on Monday. According to media reports, Sir Alex Ferguson was also spotted there. Ronaldo once worked successfully with the coaching legend at United. A conversation is said to have taken place. The club is said to have made it clear once again that it insists on the fulfillment of the contract, which runs until 2023, and that Ronaldo will not be released. That would be a final farewell to the table.
Ronaldo has not yet made a commitment to United. As “The Athletic” reports, there are more and more arguments for staying, but there is still no complete clarity.