Portuguese Forward Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of leaving Manchester United to join his former club, Sporting Lisbon, know his latest transfer news
News about Ronaldo leaving the club has been making the rounds ever since the transfer summer began. This time, however, it looks more likely than ever.
The 37-year-old forward has not been able to find his form with the club despite being the 3rd highest goal scorer in the Premier League last season.
Cristiano Ronaldo Set To Move To Sporting Lisbon From Manchester United In His Transfer News Today
🚨 Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of signing for Sporting Lisbon.
The club are going to begin presentation preparations from tomorrow. Deal 99% done.
Jorge Mendes worked around the clock to find a solution.
Sporting squad have been preparing for Ronaldo's return for weeks. pic.twitter.com/BrFKn5IKjj
— CaughtOffside (@caughtoffside) August 25, 2022
🚨 Cristiano Ronaldo ➡️ Sporting Lisbon 🚨
The same ex player who informed me of Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United when everyone thought he was set for Manchester City has text me this morning to say he is off to Sporting Lisbon. What do Man Utd fans make of this? pic.twitter.com/EPMTndn4l6
— SuzeSport (@SuzeSport) August 26, 2022
🚨 EXCLUSIVE 🚨
A new Manchester United bid for Antony is imminent – they're very convinced of getting this deal done as he's been pushing with Ajax to let him go.
Full story 👇👇
— CaughtOffside (@caughtoffside) August 25, 2022
Another reason why Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United is his desire to play Champions League football.
Man Utd failed to qualify for Europe’s highest level of football last season after finishing in a dismal 6th place.
Unsettled Ronaldo Keen On Leaving Manchester United
Ronaldo has played a key role for the Red Devils since making his return to Old Trafford last season. Despite the excitement and hope he brought with him, things haven’t exactly gone as planned.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner scored a brace on his second debut against Newcastle United, but things only went downhill after that. Moreover, United’s failure to qualify for the Champions League this season has made him very unsettled.
The Portuguese forward does not have many years left in his career to play in the top flight of football. Moreover, he is a player who thrives in the Champions League competition, holding multiple records under his belt. As such, it is understandable that he does not want to miss out on playing in Europe’s most prestigious competition.
Cristiano Ronaldo On The Verge Of Leaving Manchester United
With the summer transfer window almost reaching its deadline, it seemed unlikely that the 37-year-old would secure a move. However, judging by how recent events are transpiring, things have turned in the Portugal international’s favour.
According to sources, Jorge Mendes has been working endlessly to bring his star client back to his old club. The source also stated that the two parties have recently reached an agreement, with Manchester United willing to be financially flexible in order to offload Ronaldo. The proposed deal is seemingly close to completion.
Sporting Lisbon’s board has also apparently scheduled a meeting with an external communication company, who specialises in public events. The schedule has been made for Friday morning, which is when the first stages of presentation preparations will commence.
Erik Ten Hag Has Lost Faith In The Veteran
It’s no secret that Ronaldo and manager Erik ten Hag have failed to see eye-to-eye ever since the Dutchman’s arrival. Ten Hag, who took over from Ralf Rangnick earlier this summer, has not shown signs of confidence towards the player.
Despite ten Hag being publicly supportive of Ronaldo, he is eager to bid farewell to him before the transfer window closes.
If the move does transpire, sources close to Manchester United have indicated that the club’s efforts to sign Antony from Ajax will come to fruition.
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