Mikel Slams Ronaldo After His Exit at Man United, Labels Him a Player with Too Much Ego, Video

• Nigerian legend Mikel Obi has claimed that he has never liked Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo
• The former Chelsea midfielder explained that Ronaldo has too much ego and that is why he is not a fan
• Mikel also stated clearly that Ronaldo made a huge mistake for the interview he granted Piers Morgan

Chelsea and Nigerian football legend Mikel Obi has slammed Cristiano Ronaldo for the statement he made during his interview with Morgan which led to Man United to terminating his contract.

Manchester United recently announced the termination of Ronaldo's contract whilst the former Real Madrid star is currently in Qatar with the Portugal national team for the World Cup.

While granting an interview with the 57-year-old British broadcaster, Ronaldo made it clear that he has no respect for current Man United manager Erik ten Hag.

Obi speaking on Dubaieyefm, he claimed that Ronaldo should not have granted the interview adding that many clubs might be turning their backs against him.

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Statement of Mikel on Ronaldo

"I've never been a Ronaldo fan really. For me, when a player has so much ego, I don't really get it. He's never been one of my favourite players and that's why I always go for Messi really.

''It's just a horrible scenario, he's done so much for the club, and to see it end this way, it's just horrible. On his part really, I would say that interview shouldn't have been done.''

Real Madrid legend backs Ronaldo

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how former Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas hailed Cristiano Ronaldo and claimed he is a strong contender to win the Golden Boot at the World Cup.

Ronaldo has hit the headlines over the past week after his controversial interview with Piers Morgan on TalkTV.

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The Premier League club released a 67-word statement on Tuesday evening, confirming they had reached an understanding with the Portugal star to leave the club.

Ronaldo was expected to see out the rest of his contract, only for United to release him seven months earlier than planned.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has turned his attention to the Qatar World Cup.