The Portuguese star skipped Man United’s trip to Asia and Australia during the preparation. Ronaldo only reported to Manchester at the beginning of this week. The superstar is reportedly looking to leave because the ‘Mancunians’ will not be playing in the Champions League this season. However, Ten Hag has an important role for Ronaldo in mind and does not want to lose the attacker.
A day after the lost practice match in Oslo against Atlético Madrid (1-0), the acquisitions Lisandro Martínez and Christian Eriksen were allowed to start for the first time. The Dutch Donny van de Beek and Tahith Chong also had a base place. Van de Beek quickly gave Ronaldo a great chance, but the Portuguese shot the ball over Rayo Vallecano’s goal.
Ronaldo gave way to Amad Diallo at half time. The Ivorian quickly gave Ten Hag’s team the lead, but Rayo Vallecano tied the score again.
Manchester United will start the new season in the Premier League next week with a home game against Brighton & Hove Albion. The English club won the first three games in pre-season and then drew against Aston Villa. Atlético gave Ten Hag the first defeat on Saturday.