Ronaldo has sat out Manchester United’s pre-season tour of the Far East and Australia amid reports he has requested an exit from Old Trafford if a suitable bid is lodged.
The veteran forward signed a two-year deal in a spectacular homecoming last season, but could not help United avoid missing out on a top-four finish, leaving him without Champions League football this term as things stand.
TOP STORY – ATLETICO SEEK TO SELL GRIEZMANN TO LAUNCH RONALDO MOVE
Widely considered one of the greatest players in the modern game, Ronaldo is likely to accept only a move to a club that can offer him a shot at major European glory once again, limiting his pool of options.
Though linked with a host of European heavyweights, the funds required to cover his wage bill also present a major stumbling block – which is why Atletico are looking to push Griezmann off their books, says The Times.
Having left Atletico for Barcelona in 2019, the France international and World Cup winner returned to Wanda Metropolitano last year after a dismal stay at Camp Nou, pushing to recapture his best form.
He is halfway through a two-season loan with a permanent transfer set to come into force at the end of that deal, with Diego Simeone’s side looking to move him on early.
Prospective buyers, such as Paris Saint-Germain, are not interested in taking Griezmann however, suggesting Neymar will remain at the Parc des Princes despite talk of an exit.
ROUND-UP
– According to the Mirror, United would let Ronaldo leave on a season-long loan deal – providing he triggered a one-year extension that would ensure his Old Trafford return in 2023.
– Sport believes that Barcelona hope to successfully hijack Chelsea‘s move for Jules Kounde by offering a lump sum payment to Sevilla, rather than the instalments favoured by the Blues.
– Newcastle are weighing up a move for Leicester winger Harvey Barnes, but the Foxes’ £50m price tag is throwing a wrench in the Magpies’ plans, says The Sun.
– Brighton will not take a penny under their asking price for Marc Cucurella, with the Seagulls refusing to drop from their £50m valuation after Manchester City‘s £30m offer, per The Athletic.
– Timo Werner is eyeing an exit from Chelsea in this window as the Germany international is concerned over his game-time ahead of the Qatar 2022 World Cup.
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