Big surprise at Manchester United!
As reported by the English media, Cristiano Ronaldo (37) will NOT travel with him on the marketing tour. The superstar’s reasoning is therefore: “Family problems.”
United flies first to Bangkok tomorrow. The club will play there against rivals Liverpool on July 12.
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Then it’s on to Australia, where pre-season games against Melbourne Victory and Crystal Palace are on the agenda.
Ronaldo had already missed the first days of training. It would be a bitter pill for United if Ronaldo really didn’t go on the marketing tour. Of course, the superstar was firmly planned as the driving force – in addition one hoped for plenty of CR7 jerseys sold.
A few weeks ago, the English media reported that Ronaldo should definitely not change before the tour – due to his presence for the Manchester United brand.
With Ronaldo opting out for ‘family reasons’, the Red Devils are unable to fine the Portuguese. Ronaldo was supposed to start training on Monday. The striker is currently still in Portugal and keeping fit there.
Today “Sky Sports” reported that the club wanted to listen to offers for Ronaldo. Although they are not very interested in a sale, they are even less interested in a constantly bad-tempered Ronaldo.
CR7 apparently wants to continue playing in the Champions League and has no room for participation in the Europa League. He was also dissatisfied with the club’s previous purchasing policy. While Liverpool and Man City have made major upgrades with the signing of Darwin Núñez (23) and Erling Haaland (21) respectively, United have only presented young left-back Tyrell Malacia (22) so far.
A possible transfer of Barça star Frenkie de Jong (25) also seems to be a long way off. Chelsea should get really serious about poker for the Dutchman.
Therefore, Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes offered his clients at all clubs, including Chelsea, Napoli and Bayern Munich.
Has this decision now sealed the end of United?
