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  • ​Ex-Arsenal owner reveals biggest transfer regret

    ​Ex-Arsenal owner reveals biggest transfer regret

    Former Arsenal co-owner and vice-chairman David Dein admits he has one major transfer regret.

    Dein’s time in charge at Arsenal is fondly remembered by fans as one of their most successful eras.

    With Arsene Wenger as manager, Dein helped to create a top quality team that challenged in the Premier League and Champions League.

    But one player who got away from them both was Cristiano Ronaldo, who joined Manchester United from Sporting CP as a teenager.

    “I was asked by our chief scout if I would go with him to see a young boy playing for the Portugal under-18s and he was only 16,” Dein told Sky Sports.

    “You can probably imagine who that young player was. It was Cristiano Ronaldo.

    “The following day Manchester United came and blew us out of the water but these things happen.”

  • Ronaldo can’t be blamed for Brentford defeat – Ten Hag

    Ronaldo can’t be blamed for Brentford defeat – Ten Hag

    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has insisted Ronaldo should not be pointed out for defeat to Brentford.

    Ten Hag again stated he expects Cristiano Ronaldo to stay.

    The Dutchman also was asked today about a deal for Casemiro.

    United have struck a €60million deal to sign Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro, who has agreed personal terms with the club.

    “No. I cannot tell anything,” Ten Hag replied when asked about Casemiro. Ten Hag again bristled at questions about Cristiano Ronaldo.

    “I don’t know why he’s a particular focus after Saturday,” he complained. “It was the team performance, the whole team’s attitude, including Ronaldo.

    “He’s in our plans, that’s what I can say.”

  • Ronaldo clash with Man Utd coach after Brentford thrashing

    Ronaldo clash with Man Utd coach after Brentford thrashing

    Cristiano Ronaldo clashed with assistant coach Steve McClaren after Manchester United’s 4-0 meltdown at Brentford.

    McClaren was seen urging the Portugal hero to walk over to the furious travelling hordes.

    But instead Ronaldo exchanged what seemed curt words with McClaren and quickly headed off the pitch – reluctantly crossing the path of manager Erik ten Hag.

    Ronaldo also appeared to duck out of a handshake with Ten Hag as he headed swiftly for the tunnel rather than go to away supporters.

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  • We looked better with Ronaldo – Ten Hag reacts after Brighton defeat

    We looked better with Ronaldo – Ten Hag reacts after Brighton defeat

    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admits defeat at home to Brighton was a “definite setback”.

    Pascal Gross had Brighton 2-0 up before an own goal from Alexis Mac Allister offered United some hope.

    Ten Hag said, “Definitely a setback. A real disappointment this but we have to deal with it. I knew from the start it would not be easy, it is a process and it takes time but we don’t have time, we have to win games. We should have done it better.

    “I analysed it and it was unnecessary how we gave away two easy balls. I think the organisation was a big mistake. We have to analyse and have to take the lessons.”

    Asked if he was happy with Cristiano Ronaldo in the second-half, Ten Hag continued: “I think so. It was clear to see the second half we were better in the midfield with Eriksen down and Ronaldo up, then we created. It was a pity we didn’t score then.

    “It all takes time, you cannot force it. He is one week in training, a little bit more now. He has to do more to get fit and this game will help him. He will be better next week.

    “I am not satisfied, totally not happy because we lost and it was totally not necessary. We should have done things better.

    “I knew before it was not easy to construct it and develop it, this takes time but I know at the top you don’t have time.

    “The reaction in the second half we were acting as one team, we were battling for the result. It wasn’t that we didn’t battle or didn’t have the right attitude, we made mistakes.

    “We have to take the lessons and learn from it.”

  • I’m disappointed in Ronaldo – Gary Neville

    I’m disappointed in Ronaldo – Gary Neville

    Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville admits he’s “disappointed” by the behaviour of Cristiano Ronaldo.

    Ronaldo has told the club he wants to leave Old Trafford in pursuit of trophies and Champions League football but an exit is yet to materialise and no concrete offers have been forthcoming.

    Tensions heightened further last week when the forward was subbed off during a 1-1 friendly draw with Rayo Vallecano and he left the stadium before full-time – with manager Erik ten Hag calling the episode “unacceptable”.

    Neville said last night: “I’m a little bit disappointed in him. Because he’s letting the manager go into those press conferences.

    “He’s a good age, he’s been one of the best players in the world. Could he not do that interview?

    “On Sunday we’re going to ask for him after the game, could he not come out and speak to us instead of getting other people to say it?”

  • Ten Hag slams press on Ronaldo claims

    Ten Hag slams press on Ronaldo claims

    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has hit back at the media after his public criticism of Cristiano Ronaldo.

    Ten Hag told Dutch media he found it “unacceptable” that Ronaldo had left before the final whistle of last Sunday’s preseason friendly with Rayo Vallecano.

    But the manager said today: “Now I have to point, there were many players who left but the spotlight is on Cristiano, that is not right, so do your research and make out many players left, that was what was said.

    “There were a lot of players.

    “I’m really happy, I told you before, we have a top striker, really happy he’s here with the squad and we stick to the plan.”

    United kickoff their season this weekend against Brighton.

  • Roy Keane warns Ten Hag about Ronaldo

    Roy Keane warns Ten Hag about Ronaldo

    Former Manchester United captain, Roy Keane has warned Erik ten Hag about Cristiano Ronaldo if the team doesn’t perform well.

    Ronaldo has made it clear he wants to leave the Red Devils to play Champions League football this year.

    The 37-year-old is yet to receive any concrete offers, while United have made it clear he is not for sale.

    Keane believes the situation “can work out well” for the club or it could change quickly as the season unfolds.

    He told Sky Sports: “You have to try and keep Ronaldo because he’s a brilliant player but we don’t know Ronaldo’s behaviour when he’s back in the building.

    “I don’t think it’s as big of a deal as everyone’s making out.

    “When you’re a manager, trouble comes your way, he has to deal with it. I think it can work out well for United.

    “My worry is if he stays and United don’t start great, and he’s resentful to the manager, then it could get ugly.”

  • Man Utd coach Ten Hag to bench Ronaldo against Brighton

    Man Utd coach Ten Hag to bench Ronaldo against Brighton

    Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has decided to bench Cristiano Ronaldo for their Premier League opener against Brighton.

    The Sun says Ronaldo made his United return against Spanish outfit Rayo Vallecano – playing just 45 minutes before departing the ground ahead of the full-time whistle.

    Therefore, Erik ten Hag has decided that Ronaldo will start United’s opening game of the Premier League season against Brighton on the bench.

    The Dutch manager is set to reward Jadon Sancho, Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford with a place in the starting XI after impressing during their pre-season campaign.

    However, ten Hag is sweating over the fitness of Martial just four days out from their Premier League opener against Brighton on Sunday.

    The Frenchman picked up an injury in United’s 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid in pre-season, leaving the pitch after an hour holding his hamstring.

  • Man Utd v Rayo Vallecano: Ronaldo leaves before final whistle

    Man Utd v Rayo Vallecano: Ronaldo leaves before final whistle

    Cristiano Ronaldo made his return to action in Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Rayo Vallecano at Old Trafford on Sunday.

    The Portuguese superstar missed all of United’s preseason tour of Asia and Australia, citing ‘family issues’ for his absence.

    However, reports claimed Ronaldo wants to leave the club this season in order to play in the Champions League.

    Despite the noise Ronaldo played the first 45 minutes in Erik ten Hag’s first game in charge at Old Trafford.

    The 37-year-old had one chance for the game but skied his attempt over the bar.

    It was Amad who would score United’s only goal of the game before Rayo hit back through Alvaro Garcia Rivera.

    According to the Manchester Evening News, Ronaldo and fellow Portugal international Diogo Dalot were pictured leaving the stadium around the 80th-minute mark of the friendly.

    A fan attempted to jump the barrier and embrace Ronaldo before security intervened.

    The club refused to comment on whether Ronaldo’s premature exit was sanctioned by ten Hag.

    United play their first game of the Premier League season against Brighton at Old Trafford this Sunday.

  • Pre-season Friendly: Ronaldo Reacts As Man United Fall 1-0 To Atletico Madrid

    Pre-season Friendly: Ronaldo Reacts As Man United Fall 1-0 To Atletico Madrid

     

    Cristiano Ronaldo has reacted to Manchester United’s defeat to Atletico Madrid in a pre-season match on Saturday.

    The 37-year-old returned to United training ground during the week ahead of their pre-season friendly against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

    It would be the football icon’s first pre-season game for Manchester United as he has taken no part in their previous pre-season preparations.

    Ronaldo is reportedly pushing to leave Old Trafford this summer as he is keen to continue playing in the Champions League next season.

    The former Real Madrid and Juventus star is now preparing to join back up with his United teammates as he took part in a training session at Carrington on Saturday.

    The 37-year-old posed alongside Amad Diallo, Charlie Savage, Hannibal Mejbri and Daniel Gore for a photo on Instagram which included the caption: “Working in progress,” after United lost their first game under Erik ten Hag.

    On Friday, Ronaldo signalled his intent to play against Rayo Vallecano at Old Trafford as he wrote on Instagram: “Sunday, the king plays.”