Guwahati: Cristiano Ronaldo the team’s star striker has parted ties with Manchester United, the organisation announced on Tuesday.
Ronaldo will depart Manchester United right away following a mutually beneficial deal with the Red Devils. The star footballer scored 27 goals in 54 games during his second stint with the Red Devils.
“Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect,” said Manchester United in an official statement on Tuesday.
“The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future. 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,” it further reads.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner shocked the globe with a series of films in which he criticised the Manchester United board and manager Erik ten Hag after a miserable season at the club doing frequent bench duty.
The decision was made in response to Ronaldo’s dramatic interview, and his turbulent exit was inevitable. Ronaldo attacked the team and claimed to have “no respect” for ten Hag, the club’s manager.
In a fiery TV interview, Ronaldo attacked Manchester United and their manager Erik ten Hag.
The 2022 FIFA World Cup is taking place in Qatar, where the Portuguese superstar is competing. On Thursday, his squad will play Ghana to open the tournament.