Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag clarified he will deal with Cristiano Ronaldo after he disappeared down the tunnel before full-time against Tottenham.
12.10.2022 - 22:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Cristiano Ronaldo notched the 700th club goal of his career in Manchester United's win at Everton at the weekend, but as for his long-term future at Old Trafford, an air of uncertainty continues to hover.
The Portuguese requested a move last summer in his pursuit of Champions League football - something United could not offer him - but he ended up staying put.
Having mostly been reduced to the substitutes' bench so far this season, reports continue to mount that the 37-year-old is looking for a mid-season exit. Now, Gazzetta dello Sport have identified two super clubs who could swoop for Ronaldo in January.
Read more: Ronaldo makes decision on FA charge
The report claims his agent Jorge Mendes "has a clear mandate, which is to find him a club other than his current one in the next transfer window".
It also whittles down the veteran's potential destinations, Chelsea and his old club Real Madrid, saying they are the only clubs who "can legitimately give him the transfer he wants".
Meanwhile, reports in Spain say United could receive a boost in their quest to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong. United were involved in a summer-long saga to sign the Dutchman but a move did not materialise and he opted to stay at the Nou Camp.
Now, Spanish outlet Sport say Barca are interested in moving for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans next summer. Tielemans' contract with the Foxes expires at the end of this season and the report adds that the Belgian is seen as an "ideal candidate" to replace De Jong, with the 25-year-old bringing "high quality at zero cost".
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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag clarified he will deal with Cristiano Ronaldo after he disappeared down the tunnel before full-time against Tottenham.
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