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Erik ten Hag discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's future
Cristiano Ronaldo is getting a second opinion on his Manchester United future, according to reports in Spain. The Portugal international is eager to leave Old Trafford behind, with super-agent Jorge Mendes working to satisfy his client. However, at present, he doesn’t appear close to jumping ship.
New Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has repeatedly insisted he wants to keep Ronaldo, having planned for the upcoming season with the veteran in mind.
But the 37-year-old still wants out, with the veteran eager to play in the Champions League as his career draws to a close.
That’s something United are unable to provide after finishing sixth in the Premier League last term amid a disastrous season under Ralf Rangnick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Yet, when it comes to Ronaldo’s fate, there’s now been an intriguing update.
Marca say those close to the veteran, not including Mendes, are now urging him to stay put at United for a second season.
Ronaldo bagged 24 goals across all competitions last term, establishing himself as a shining light amid the darkness at Old Trafford.
Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Man Utd for a Champions League team (Image: GETTY)
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Cristiano Ronaldo netted 24 goals for Man Utd last season (Image: GETTY)
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“I don't know what Cristiano said to the club, to the manager, I don't know what he's going into his head, but we have to respect his space.
“From everything we know, he had some family problems, so we have to respect his space, give him some space and that's it.
“Cristiano was our top scorer last season, he added goals to us, but obviously it's not on me, it's the club that has to make the choices and Cristiano makes his own choice.
“As I said, I don't know what's going on in his head, if he wants to leave, it’s all news, I didn't ask them that.
“The only thing I asked Cristiano, when he didn't turn up, was if everything was okay with the family, he told me what was going on, that's it and nothing more.”
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