Man United Fans Joke Cristiano Ronaldo Can Now Leave Old Trafford After Red Devils Flop Hit Top Form

• Manchester United fans have urged the club to replace Cristiano Ronaldo with Anthony Martial
• Ronaldo is staring at an uncertain future with teh Red Devils, a year after he rejoined them from Juve
• However, a section of supporters now contend that Martial can perfectly replace him after rediscovering his form
• The French forward has been playing as United's sole striker in the pre-season with Ronaldo yet to report in camp

A section of Manchester United fans have jokingly suggested that Cristiano Ronaldo can now leave the club after Anthony Martial appears to hit top form under Erik ten Hag.

Ronaldo has been the subject of transfer speculation this summer, with several reports linking him with a move away.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is believed to be keen on departing Old Trafford barely a year after he rejoined them from Juventus.

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While his possible exit is a cause for concern for many, some United fans seem unbothered, especially after Martial seemingly rediscovered his form.

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According to The Sun, Martial is staking his claim for a starting spot under Ten Hag by banging goals during United's pre-season tour after a disappointing loan spell with Sevilla.

In the absence of Ronaldo, Ten Hag has been deploying the French forward as the sole striker.

And given his hot form, Martial could potentially leave Ronaldo warming the bench when United kick off the campaign.

Man United fans joke Martial can replace Ronaldo

But fans have seen the funny side of Martial's run, with some suggesting he is better suited to replace Ronaldo.

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One said:

"Martial is on fire. Who needs Ronaldo?"

Another joked:

"Cristiano Ronaldo can leave now….Martial is back."

A third added:

"Never thought I would say this but id much rather start the season with Martial than Ronaldo."

Another observed:

"Antony Martial is back!!!! Trusting him over Ronaldo will help Manchester United a lot this season."

Nani pleads with Ronaldo not to quit Man United

Earlier, Sports Brief reported ex-Man United star Nani has asked Cristiano Ronaldo to consider staying at Old Trafford for one more season.

Nani revealed that he has been unsuccessful in his efforts to reach Ronaldo over the phone to discuss the matter.

Ronaldo is staring at an uncertain future with the Red Devils, with reports suggesting that the 37-year-old is keen to depart the club this summer.