By Victor Kanayo
Manchester United have sacked Cristiano Ronaldo and ordered him to leave the club with immediate effect, following his bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.
The former Real Madrid and Juventus superstar launched a scathing attack on Manchester United in his 90-minute sit-down chat with Piers Morgan when he alleged that the club betrayed him and they did not believe him regarding his baby daughter’s ill health over the summer.
He also claimed that he did not have respect for club’s manager Ten Hag.
Now the Red Devils have responded via a press statement.
The statement on Tuesday evening November 22, 2022 reads, “Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.
“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.”
Responding immediately, Ronaldo said, “Following conversations with Manchester United we have mutually agreed to end our contract early.
“I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change. However, it feels like the right time for me to seek a new challenge.
“I wish the team every success for the remainder of the season and for the future.”
The news comes less than 48 hours before Ronaldo kicks off his fifth World Cup campaign with Portugal.
The Euro 2016 champions face Ghana in Doha on Thursday afternoon, and the Portuguese captain will start the game unemployed as a free agent.
