Didier Drogba Posts Cryptic Photo of Cristiano Ronaldo as Man United Star Is Linked With Shock Chelsea Move

• Didier Drogba has added fireworks to the speculations that Christiano Ronaldo could be headed to Chelsea by posting a subtle photo
• Ronaldo is understood to be keen on a Manchester United exit this summer, and Chelsea is one of his preferred destinations
• Drogba is one of the most successful Chelsea strikers and is still held in high regard at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has appeared to back Cristiano Ronaldo's possible move to Chelsea. Drogba reposted a photo of himself and Ronaldo on his Instagram story in what many have interpreted as an approval.

It has emerged that Ronaldo has communicated his desire to leave Manchester United this summer. Chelsea have emerged as a surprise destination for the highly-successful footballer.

Drogba posted a photo of him and Ronaldo that was taken during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

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This has left fans wondering whether Ronaldo could actually make the switch to London.

@FrankKhalid said,

Wonder why Didier Drogba has posted on his insta stories a photo of himself & Cristiano Ronaldo, especially after yesterday's rumours linking Ronaldo to Chelsea. What do you think?

Football London reports that new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is interested in the 37-year-old but wants to only buy players that are wanted by head coach Thomas Tuchel.

Should Tuchel approve the transfer, Chelsea could submit a bid for the five-time Ballon d'Or winner who wants to play in the Champions League.

Barcelona are considering a surprise move for Cristiano Ronaldo

Sports Brief has also reported that Barcelona are pondering making a move to sign Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United this summer after the 37-year-old asked for a move away from Old Trafford.

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The Portuguese forward wants to play at the highest level for the remainder of his career, especially after Man United's failure to qualify for the Champions League last year.

Jorge Mendes, Ronaldo's agent, had a meeting with Joan Laporta, president of Barcelona, on Monday, July 4 to talk about the 37-year-old possibly leaving England and joining the Catalan giants.