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Cristiano Ronaldo could look to leave the club if results continue to worsen as the club become the latest side to reject signing Eden Hazard
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Starman Cristiano Ronaldo could wish for a move away from Old Trafford if the results continue to plummet in the way that they have been.
United have joined the list of teams who’ve rejected the opportunity to sign one of Chelsea’s best-ever players.
And finally, Ed Woodward’s time at Manchester United is coming to an end, but reports claim he is looking for another role within the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo's demands
When a team signs a player of Ronaldo’s calibre and stature, irrespective of which team it is, standards are raised which must be met. Ronaldo is arguably the greatest player to have ever lived and that comes with expectations.
The Express has reported the Portuguese superstar could demand an Old Trafford exit if results continue to worsen.
The five-time Ballon D’or winner has NEVER played in the Europa League and with United falling behind the likes of Arsenal in the league, the likeness has grown that he could be playing in Europe’s second-string competition next season.
When re-joining the club, Ronaldo had said: “I am not here for a vacation. As I told you, before was good, winning important things and I wore the shirt before many years ago, but I am here to win again.”
With United in an utter mess under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, there seems to be a growing concern if the club does stick with the former Cardiff City boss, things could go from bad to worse which may make Ronaldo’s return a failure.
Cristiano Ronaldo shows his frustration during Manchester derby defeatUnited avoid Chelsea legend
When a big-name player is on the move for whatever reason, Manchester United’s name is so often thrown into contention to sign the said player. Some are true, some are false but one name who will not be coming to Old Trafford is Real Madrid’s Eden Hazard.
El Nacional claims United have joined the list of PSG, Bayern Munich and Newcastle United in rejecting the opportunity to sign the former Chelsea star.
His big move to Real Madrid has not lived up to expectations with the Belgian international only scoring five times since he left Chelsea in 2019.
It’s safe to say United have already got their Premier League legend, they seemingly don’t want another!
Woodward wants to stay
Ed Woodward. It would be safe to say- not the most popular figure to ever be associated with the club. In the midst of the European Super League debacle, Woodward had announced he would be stepping down, much to the delight of many United fans.
The executive vice-chairman has held his position for eight years and has seen United’s worse run in decades in regards to silverware.
The Daily Mail has reported that Woodward is now in discussions with the club to keep some form of influence in a consultancy-type role. The news may not go down well with the fans who were glad to see the back of him!
EPL: Man Utd Suffer Major Injury Blow Ahead Of Watford Clas
Manchester United have suffered a major injury blow ahead of their Premier League clash with Watford on November 20.
Man United midfielder, Paul Pogba, has been ruled out of France’s World Cup qualifiers against Kazakhstan on November 13 and Finland on November 16 after suffering a right thigh injury.
Pogba was seen leaving Monday’s training session with team doctor Franck Le Gall.
Paul Pogba is forced to withdraw from France’s next two games at the Parc des Princes against Kazakhstan and against Finland in Helsinki,” a statement from the French Football Federation read.
Pogba is being replaced in France’s squad by AS Roma’s Jordan Veretout.
The 28-year-old missed Man United’s last two Premier League games against Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur.
Meanwhile, France head coach, Didier Deschamps, had said Pogba was “happy” as he joined up with his international teammates prior to his injury.
EPL: How Man United Hijacked Arsenal Deal For Cristiano Ronaldo – Wenger
Arsene Wenger has said that Arsenal were used when they tried to sign Cristiano Ronaldo from Sporting Lisbon.
According to Wenger, the North London side had scouted the Portuguese and were impressed with his performance.
He said they had even had dinner as the transfer was nearing conclusions before Manchester United hijacked the deal.
The iconic manager spoke at an event alongside his friend and former colleague David Dein.
He said, “On Ronaldo, we scouted him and were impressed. WE had dinner, we discussed money.
“The next day Manchester United blew us out of the water. We were used.”
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Legendary Arsenal manager, Arsene Wenger, has admitted he regretted selling Nicolas Anelka during his time at the club.
The 72-year-old sold over 500 players during his 22-year stint with the Gunners.
Anelka arrived in England as an unknown 17-year-old and left for Real Madrid as the most exciting young striker in European football.
Before he left, the Frenchman led Arsenal’s attack during the second half of the 1997/1998 season in the absence of Ian Wright and won the PFA Young Player of the Year award.
Arsenal made a staggering £22.5 million profit on Anelka who had cost just £500,000 from Monaco and bought Thierry Henry with the proceeds.
Anelka failed to shine in Madrid and endured a nomadic career that saw him represent over a dozen clubs, including five more in England alone.
As Arsenal fell behind their rivals, meanwhile, Wenger was forced to sell the likes of Robin van Persie and Cesc Fabregas who, like Anelka, he had helped turn into superstars, but the sale of his compatriot still represents his biggest regret.
Speaking at an event alongside his friend and former colleague David Dein, Wenger said: “Yes, we used the Arsene Wenger card and players wanted to go to where they would win.
“My biggest regret and shame is that Anelka left. He could have been special, instead, he played for 13 clubs,” he said.