Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed reports by Manchester United that he and the club have reach an agreement to terminate their contract early.
On Tuesday, the club’s management made it known that Ronaldo is leaving the Red Devils after mutual agreement.
Some few hours after the announcement, Ronaldo took to his social media and said “it feels like the right time for me to seek a new challenge.”
However, the Portugal sensation noted that “I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change.”
Ronaldo wished the team the best in their future endeavors.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) November 22, 2022
Man Utd and Ronaldo parted ways after the number 7 forward made shocking comments about the club during an interview with Piers Morgan.
Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.
The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford.#MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 22, 2022
The Portugal star took aim at manager Erik ten Hag, United’s ownership under the Glazer family, and several other members of the club’s hierarchy.
“I shouldn’t say that [they were trying to get rid of me], I don’t know, but yes, I feel betrayed. I felt that some people didn’t want me here not only this year, but last year too.”
Asked about his relationship with Ten Hag, Ronaldo replied: “I don’t have respect for him because he doesn’t show respect for me.
“If you don’t have respect for me, I’m never going to have respect for you.”
After his scathing comments, Cristiano Ronaldo acknowledged a Manchester United future appears unlikely.
Meanwhile, Man Utd say “everyone at Manchester United remains focused on continuing the team’s progress under Erik ten Hag and working together to deliver success on the pitch.”
Source: The Independent Ghana