There’s been talk of a potential deal for the Real Madrid superstar, but is that really possible? Is United willing to let Ronaldo leave on loan? And if so, who will replace him? Atletico Madrid, perhaps? Or perhaps Atletico, perhaps Antoine Griezmann. Or perhaps Denzel Dumfries, and Antony Martial? There are plenty of players out there with big potential to benefit from a loan move.
Denzel Dumfries
Despite his current contract with Manchester United, the Portuguese forward is desperate to leave Old Trafford. The Portuguese international has requested a one-year loan to another club, but has failed to return to training this summer. The club has asked him to consider a one-year loan as part of a deal he signed when he joined from Juventus for PS12.9 million last season.
Ajax have put out feelers for a deal for the Argentine, and Man Utd believe they are leading the race to sign him. According to the reports, Ajax value the Argentine at PS43 million. Manchester United bid PS39.6 million, which was more than Arsenal’s, but not enough to meet Ajax’s demands. Dumfries has three years left on his contract, but has been linked with a move to the Premier League.
There are several reasons why a Manchester United loan move would make sense. It would free up space in the back four and allow Erik ten Hag to play five at the back. It would also allow the club to use the free transfer clause to bring back Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Crystal Palace. Nevertheless, the club might be reluctant to sell Wan-Bissaka because of the cost of the new arrival.
Despite the interest from Chelsea and Manchester United, Chelsea could make a PS21m bid for the Scotland international. Romelu Lukaku’s return to Inter Milan will help Chelsea’s pursuit of Dumfries. If United qualify for the Champions League this season, they’ll be in pole position to sign the former Real Madrid forward. However, a loan move would not be detrimental for the club’s title hopes.
The Portuguese international has made it clear that he wants to leave in the summer and Liverpool are reportedly keen on signing him. Although Real Madrid insist that he will stay at Old Trafford, they have yet to receive any bids for the striker. Ajax have moved quickly to replace Lisandro Martinez, but they are open to a loan move to the Premier League because De Jong wants to play in the UEFA Champions League.
Antoine Griezmann
The Portuguese international is reportedly willing to take a 30% wage cut to join Atletico Madrid on loan, a move that would put him closer to a return to the Champions League. Manchester United are also in the market for a winger, with Erik ten Hag keen on signing Sergino Dest from Barcelona. Despite the current financial crisis in the Premier League, United finished sixth last season and have been linked with a move for Antoine Griezmann, a winger from Marseille.
Griezmann, who has not impressed since his return from Barcelona two years ago, has also been reported to be interested in a move to Atletico Madrid. Atletico are keen to get rid of Griezmann, who has failed to impress since joining on a two-year loan. They could also offload Alvaro Morata, another Juventus target.
Atletico have also been linked with a move for Ronaldo, but they must first free up their wage bill before he can join Atletico. Antoine Griezmann has also reported that Manchester United are willing to allow Cristiano Ronaldo to leave on loan. Manchester United have been reluctant to sell the Portuguese star but have made the loan agreement with Griezmann on condition that he joins them on a permanent basis next summer for EUR40m.
It is believed that Manchester United are willing to let Cristiano Ronaldo leave on loan next month. Ronaldo, who has reportedly expressed an interest in playing Champions League football next season, is disillusioned with his current club and wants to play in Europe next season. However, Manchester United have also been linked with Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, who is still on the club’s radar. Griezmann’s agent Mateja Kezman may deliver a Manchester United proposal to Griezmann.
Meanwhile, Atletico are also eager to sign the Portuguese striker. The Spanish club are looking to clear up their wage budget to take Cristiano Ronaldo on loan. During the pre-season, Griezmann has been offered the opportunity to work with Simeone, who has worked with Ronaldo at Atletico Madrid. The Frenchman is also keen to return to Madrid where his career flourished and won four Champions Leagues in a row.
Atletico Madrid
As a result of the player’s absence from the Manchester United’s pre-season tour, Atletico Madrid have stepped up their pursuit of the player. Atletico have listed Antoine Griezmann on their transfer market, while at the same time aiming to sign Cristiano Ronaldo. Meanwhile, Chelsea have agreed in principle with Blackpool to sign Romelu Lukaku on loan for a second season.
According to the Spanish press, the Portuguese superstar has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid. The Spanish club are also in the market for Nicolo Barella, whose agent has already taken information about his availability. In fact, the midfielder is a target for Tottenham Hotspur, and his future at Old Trafford is far from certain.
There is a possibility that Manchester United will allow Cristiano Ronaldo to leave on loan this summer if he agrees to extend his contract. The Portugal international signed a two-year contract with Manchester United last summer, with an option to extend it for a third season. However, it is highly unlikely that the Portuguese international will sign a new deal until at least the 2023-24 season. If Manchester United agree to let him leave on loan, he will return to Old Trafford to play for them in the 2024-25 season.
According to reports, the Portuguese outlet O Jogo has reported that United have rejected a bid for a striker from Porto, Evanilson. The Portuguese forward scored 21 goals for Porto last season. However, United manager Erik ten Hag is keen to find a new striker to relieve Cristiano Ronaldo of the burden of the forward position. Meanwhile, the club are focusing on building around Christian Eriksen and Frenkie de Jong in a possession-based system.
The Manchester United manager has denied reports that he will let Cristiano Ronaldo leave on loan to Atletico Madrid. However, the Portuguese star has reportedly met with Atletico’s super-agent Jorge Mendes in the Far East. If Ronaldo does indeed leave Manchester United, he could end up at MLS side Inter Miami. The move would not be a bad thing for the club.
Antony
If Cristiano Ronaldo agrees to sign a one-year loan deal with a European club, Manchester United will allow him to leave Old Trafford. Ronaldo signed a two-year deal with United when he moved from Juventus last summer. He has the option to extend the deal for a third season, but he will most likely return to Old Trafford for the 2023-24 season. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are also interested in signing the Portuguese international.
If Ronaldo decides to leave the club, Ajax have warned the Red Devils not to move for Antony. The Dutch club are upset with Ten Hag and do not want to lose the player who has become a key part of their rebuild. The Dutch club will not let Antony leave on loan for PS70 million, but the Portuguese international is keen to rejoin his former team-mates at Old Trafford.
Anthony Martial is expected to start the season for Manchester United, although the club had ruled out a summer move for the France international. However, a move to Sevilla did not materialise, and he was later offered PS12 million by the Red Devils. Meanwhile, United have been considering several other options for Ronaldo, including a permanent move. In fact, Erik ten Hag has said that the club is not yet sure when Ronaldo will be able to return to training.
Meanwhile, Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries and Tottenham hot-shot Aaron Wan-Bissaka are both interested in joining the Red Devils. Neymar has also said he wants to stay at Paris Saint-Germain and has been kept in the dark about their plans. Harry Maguire has also rejected a move to Barcelona. If Ronaldo agrees to a loan move to a new club, his contract will be extended until 2023.
Apparently, Real Madrid are refusing to let Ronaldo leave on loan. However, the rumours are unfounded and the club aren’t interested in releasing the player. The Real Madrid hierarchy is also reportedly trying to stop Manchester United from selling Ronaldo. However, it looks like the move will never take place. Ultimately, a deal between Manchester United and Ronaldo is a good one.