It seems as though Ronaldo has decided to move on from Manchester United. Rumours abound that he has also considered joining Chelsea, Atletico Madrid, or Real Madrid. The truth is that the latter may be the best option for the winger. However, if Real or Atletico are keen on signing the former, they are likely to offload the latter. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at each club’s plans for the future of Ronaldo and what his future may hold.
Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived at the Manchester United training ground after missing their pre-season tour to Thailand and Australia. He has yet to train with the club’s new manager Erik ten Hag after a month of inactivity. It is believed that the Portuguese forward has requested to leave Manchester United this summer, with a view to playing Champions League football next season. United finished sixth in the Premier League last season and failed to qualify for the Champions League this year, so the Portuguese international’s future is in doubt.
While Barcelona have been linked with a move for Ronaldo, they are unlikely to make an offer given the current market conditions. Barcelona had previously approached Manchester United but failed to make an offer before signing Robert Lewandowski, so the move is unlikely to happen anytime soon. Ten Hag has been steadfast in his desire to keep Ronaldo at Manchester United, and has reportedly refused to let the Brazilian leave before his current contract expires in 2024.
Erik ten Hag has been lauded for his handling of the situation surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese forward has been desperate to leave Manchester United and has not attended the club’s pre-season tour to Australia and Thailand. However, his representative has been busy trying to find a new club, and will meet ten Hag this week to discuss his future. The meeting between the two men will provide a further boost to United’s already turbulent pre-season.
Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid and Ronaldo are expected to hold negotiations on their future this week. According to reports, Atletico have approached the player to extend his contract by a year. But the club’s financial constraints will prevent them from doing so. Ronaldo also has an option to extend the contract for a further year. Atletico haven’t seen Ronaldo in person since his arrival in Manchester in 2016.
Real Madrid have been largely silent on the news of Ronaldo’s return until a day ago, so the announcement is a big deal. However, the club will want to hear more clarity from the player himself. Atletico and Ronaldo have been in touch before the tour, and Ten Hag has been very complimentary of the forward. In the meantime, United are also chasing a deal for Brazil winger Antony, who is valued at PS68million by Ajax.
According to reports, Chelsea and Bayern Munich have both ruled out a move for Ronaldo. The agents of both clubs have met with the players to discuss the potential deal. However, the new Chelsea ownership group is unlikely to be an impediment to a move. Atletico would need to sell several players before they can sign Ronaldo. Even if they did, Atletico will probably end up with a player that they cannot afford to keep.
Chelsea
It appears that a deal is on the cards for Chelsea star Cristiano Ronaldo. His agent has met with Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly, who is said to be intrigued by Ronaldo’s international appeal. While there are no impediments in the transfer, it’s important to remember that new Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel would need to approve the deal before the player could leave Stamford Bridge. Despite the interest in Ronaldo, the Chelsea manager is not likely to sell his star player to a Premier League rival.
However, the speculation that surrounds Ronaldo has prompted the player’s agent, Louis Saha, to open up. The defender believes that it is in the best interests of both parties to keep Ronaldo at the club. In the meantime, he is adamant that he will follow the new rules enforced by Manchester United’s owner, Ten Hag. Despite his apparent lack of ambition, Saha feels that the situation with United is better for both sides.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been a huge rumour this summer, claiming that he wants to leave Manchester United. This is not surprising considering that the player has refused to train with the club as part of a pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia. As for his future at United, he has previously stated that he would like to play Champions League football this season. With only one season left on his contract, Manchester United are unlikely to sanction the transfer.
Real Madrid
While Ronaldo is rumoured to be in negotiations with Atletico Madrid over a possible move to the Spanish capital, the club are unable to finance such a move without offloading players. As it stands, the former Manchester United striker is under contract until 2020 and has the option to extend it for another year. While this news is certainly worrying, it does not mean that his future at Real Madrid is in doubt.
While the news of a potential move for Ronaldo to Atletico Madrid is unwelcome, it seems as though there is a chance for a deal to be struck. It has been suggested that Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly met with Ronaldo’s agent and that the club are interested in signing the forward. While this move is unlikely to happen, it’s likely that a new Chelsea manager – Thomas Tuchel – would need to sanction the move. The move to a Premier League rival would also require the permission of the current manager, who is unlikely to approve a deal for Ronaldo.
Cristiano Ronaldo has arrived at the Manchester United training ground on Tuesday. He has yet to train with the club’s new manager Erik ten Hag. The Portuguese star has also missed United’s tour of Australia and Thailand. Despite this, he has said he is keen to leave the club this summer. His agent, Jorge Mendes, has been seen arriving with the forward in the club’s Carrington training base ahead of the players.
Atletico Madrid have been in contact with Ronaldo
Reports have emerged in Spain that Atletico Madrid have been in contact with Cristiano Ronaldo over his future. According to Marca, Ronaldo is keen to leave Manchester United this summer and has spoken to Rio Ferdinand about a move to the Etihad Stadium. However, a move to the Etihad could tarnish his legacy in the Spanish capital. Despite the rumours, Simeone is still in favour of a Ronaldo switch.
The reports claim that Atletico have been in contact with Ronaldo to discuss his future, but the Real Madrid president has said that the deal is not financially feasible. In addition to a limited cash position, Atletico would have to sell some of their young talent to get the money necessary to sign Ronaldo. The club also have trouble signing a top player like Nahuel Molina, despite being highly sought after. However, Atletico have not launched a serious bid for Ronaldo because they are waiting for the right time.
According to the report, Ronaldo’s agent, Erik Ten Hag, has held talks with the star forward. The two have met in Manchester today to discuss the future of the player. The meeting between the two was very positive and the former Manchester United boss was instrumental in persuading Ronaldo to return to the Red Devils. If Ronaldo is indeed leaving Manchester United, it will be a good thing for Manchester United to be open to other options.
Manchester United want Ronaldo to commit his future to the club
It seems Manchester United want to keep their star man, who still has a year left on his contract, and this could be the final push to ensure that he commits his future to the club. The Portuguese star has already been in touch with Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes, who has expressed his interest in a permanent move to the club. Despite the rumours, Ronaldo is yet to meet his teammates and will not be available for the pre-season tour, which United will be taking.
While the Portuguese star is desperate to remain in the Premier League, he is also disappointed with the transfer window’s efforts so far. United are desperate to sign a new face, and he has reportedly been linked with Tyrell Malacia and Frenkie de Jong. The club finished sixth in the Premier League, but fell short of the Champions League and the Europa League, and this has left Ronaldo frustrated.
Erik ten Hag, who has been in contact with Ronaldo’s camp, says the star will be at Old Trafford next season, despite his lack of availability for the pre-season tour. While the Portuguese star has reportedly told United that he is open to moving away this summer, Erik Ten Hag believes that the star will honour his contract obligations and stay with the club for the rest of the season.