The Portuguese striker said he will continue his love for the club, but “the time is right to look for a new challenge”.
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo, As a former player of Manchester United, he assured that it is “the right time to look for a new challenge”.
United announced the departure of the Portuguese on Tuesday, after his explosive statements with Piers Morgan.
“After speaking with Manchester United, we have mutually decided to end our contract,” Cristiano said in a statement.
“I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never change. However, the time is right to look for a new challenge. I wish the team the best for the rest of the season and for the future.” future”, added the Portuguese.
What had Ronaldo said?
Cristiano Ronaldo spoke out in an interview with Piers Morgan and sparked controversy. TheManchester United striker expressed his annoyance at the delicate present he is going through at Old Trafford and not only aimed his darts at coach Erik ten Hag, but also at three other people whose identity he did not reveal.
“I feel betrayed because they have turned me into a sheep Not only the coach, there are two or three others who want me out of the club“, said the Portuguese, who revealed the null relationship with the Dutch coach.
“No I have respect for Erik ten Hag because he shows no respect for me. If you don’t show me respect, I will never have respect for you. There was no empathy for my sick daughter,” she said.
In addition, he had words for Wayne Rooney , history of the “Red Devils” and regular critic of CR7. “ I don’t know why he criticizes me so much. Probably because his career ended and I’m still playing at a high level . I’m not going to say that I look better than him, which is true,” he argued. .