Transfer Talk – Cristiano Ronaldo to leave Manchester United
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The summer transfer window is closed for the major leagues in Europe. However, with an eye on January, there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Ronaldo set for Man Utd exit
Cristiano Ronaldo will be allowed to leave Manchester United in January, reports the Telegraph.
Erik ten Hag’s initial plans were to include the 37-year-old striker as part of his project at Old Trafford, but the former Ajax Amsterdam boss won’t stand in his way any longer, after failing to incorporate him as a regular starter in the team.
Ronaldo informed the Red Devils of his desire to leave the club in the summer, with eyes on moving to a team in the Champions League. Despite being linked with Borussia Dortmund and a potential return to Sporting CP, no move materialised before the transfer window closed.
The Portugal international played no part in Sunday’s 6-3 defeat at Manchester City, and has made just one start in the Premier League this season.
Ten Hag said he didn’t play Ronaldo in the rout at Etihad Stadium out of “respect” for the striker’s storied career.
The club’s top goalscorer last season, he has tallied just once in eight appearances.
PAPER GOSSIP
– Paris Saint-Germain are hopeful of reaching an agreement over a contract extension for Lionel Messi, understands Mundo Deportivo. While the 35-year-old forward has been linked with a Barcelona return or a move to the Major League Soccer next summer, PSG see his future at the Parc des Princes, and are preparing to open talks in January to allow him to focus on the upcoming World Cup with Argentina.
– Ismael Bennacer is attracting interest from both Liverpool and Chelsea, writes Calciomercato. The Rossoneri were keen to extend the 24-year-old midfielder’s contract in the summer, but having so far failed to reach an agreement, it looks as though clubs in the Premier League are beginning to circle for his…
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Source : espn
