The Sunday News
CRISTIANO Ronaldo has told Manchester United to let him leave should they receive a satisfactory offer this summer, just one season after sensationally re-joining the club.
The 37-year-old only returned to Old Trafford from Serie ‘A’ giants Juventus last summer.
Ronaldo went on to score 24 goals in all competitions last season, 18 of those coming in the Premier League — which saw him finish as the third top scorer in the division.
Frenkie de Jong
The Portuguese superstar’s decision is driven by his desire to play in the Champions League for the remainder of his career.
United failed to qualify for Europe’s elite club competition following a dismal Premier League season and will instead play in the Europa League next season.
Cristiano Ronaldo has requested that Manchester United let him leave this summer should the club receive a suitable offer.
Ronaldo has been part of 19 consecutive Champions League seasons since leaving Sporting Lisbon for English football in the summer of 2003.
The forward has made 183 appearances in the competition, notching 140 goals and adding a further 42 assists in that time.
He has never played in the Europa League, which United qualified for after finishing sixth in the Premier League.
The Portugal international believes he still has ‘three or four years’ left at the highest level of the game.
Ronaldo would like to spend that time at a club where he is capable of adding to his team and individual achievements. He does not see United making improvements quickly enough to match his ambitions.
The Portugal international believes he still has ‘three or four years’ left at the highest level
Ronaldo is also frustrated with the club’s slow progress in the transfer market so far this summer.
Tyrell Malacia
United have struggled to bring in any new signings since Ten Hag’s arrival and another departure would be a major setback.
But they are close to signing Feyenoord right-back Tyrell Malacia and are hoping to agree a deal with Barcelona for midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
Ronaldo’s affection for United’s support remains as strong as ever, according to close friends. Therefore the forward is keen on pursuing a transfer on sporting grounds.— Daily Mail
