The King Is Back: Ronaldo Finally Announces Man United Return Date

The King Is Back: Ronaldo Finally Announces Man United Return Date

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:08 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo has disclosed he will play for Manchester United in the club's last pre-season game against Rayo Vallecano
  • Ronaldo responded to a comment asking him when he will return to full action for Man United on Instagram with the caption "the King plays on Sunday"
  • He has been absent throughout United's pre-season tour and will miss tomorrow's game against Atletico Madrid but will be in action against Rayo Vallecano

Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has announced he will be available for his side's last pre-season friendly against Rayo Vallecano.

The 37-year-old was exempted from Manchester United's pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia due to family reasons amid the uncertainty surrounding his future at Old Trafford.

Ronaldo has been linked with a tall list of elite European clubs as the five-time Ballon d'Or winner seeks Champions League football.

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates a goal with his customary 'Siu' celebration. Photo credit: @ManUtd
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However, the Portuguese captain has since returned to England and recently held crunch talks with Man United chiefs about his future.

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CR7, who gave a sarcastic response about his rejection by Atletico Madrid fans, has been spotted training with Erik Ten Hag's charges for the first time since the Dutch manager took over the reins as head coach of the club.

His wantaway posture and utterances of his agent, Jorge Mendes has courted disaffection among Man United supporters. Nonetheless, the former Real Madrid talisman has provided the best news yet amid the swirling transfer speculations.

In a post on the photo-sharing platform, Instagram, seen by Sports Brief, Ronaldo has made himself available for United's last pre-season game against Spanish side Rayo Vallecano this Sunday, July 31.

Ronaldo reacts to reports of rejection by Atletico Madrid fans

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Wantaway Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo has appeared to laugh off suggestions that he could join Atletico Madrid.

Atletico fans took to the stands with anti-Ronaldo banners in their side's preseason-friendly game, asking the club not to move for Ronaldo.

Reacting to the news, Ronaldo commented on an Instagram post bearing the story with a couple of laughing emojis. Interpretation of what the five-time Ballon d'Or winner meant with the comment is subjective to one's understanding.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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