How Man United Players Have Reacted to Cristiano Ronaldo's Request to Leave This Summer

How Man United Players Have Reacted to Cristiano Ronaldo's Request to Leave This Summer

Fred Kennedy
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:06 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo is rumoured to be keen to leave Old Trafford in the ongoing summer transfer window
  • The Portuguese talisman has reportedly informed Man United chiefs about the intention, asking them to allow him to depart if they get the right offer
  • While the development came as a shocker to the majority of United fans, a section of Ronaldo's teammates have actually welcomed the move
  • The 37-year-old has been linked with several clubs, including Bayern Munich, while a return to Sporting Lisbon has also been mooted

Manchester United players have reportedly welcomed Cristiano Ronaldo's intention to leave the club this summer.

Ronaldo re-joined United from Juventus in the last window on a two-year deal and now has an extra year left on his current contract.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Premier League, Manchester United, Aston Villa, Old Trafford. Photo by Gareth Copley.
Cristiano Ronaldo dejected after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Aston Villa at Old Trafford. Photo by Gareth Copley.
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However, reports suggest the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is looking to quit Old Trafford and has informed United chiefs about the intention.

According to The Mirror, the Portuguese ace is thought to have told the club that they should let him go should they get the right offer.

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The publication claims that the 37-year-old is rumoured to be heavily frustrated with United's inactivity in the ongoing summer window.

Man United stars welcome Ronaldo's exit plans

The Times now reports that a section of the Man United dressing room has welcomed Ronaldo's plans to exit the club this summer.

It is believed that the players who would love to see the club icon depart feel they would be able to 'express' themselves more if the Portuguese depart.

The development comes at a time sharp divisions with the United dressing room have been reported.

As such, new boss Erik ten Hag is facing the daunting task of ensuring that the squad's bond grows stronger as he kicks off his reign at the Theatre of Dreams.

Ex-Man United keeper wants Old Trafford return

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Sergio Romero is considering a sensational return to Manchester United this summer.

The Argentine quit the Red Devils for free about a year ago after spending six seasons with them.

His departure came after falling out of favour, with David de Gea and Dean Henderson ahead of him in the pecking order at the time.

The 35-year-old is currently a free agent once again following Venezia's relegation from Serie A.

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