49erssports.com - Premier League giants, Manchester United are reportedly ready to terminate Cristiano Ronaldo's contract in the middle of the road after the star's sharp criticism.
Ronaldo poured out his heart to Piers Morgan in the Piers Morgan Uncensored on TalkTV show. A number of parties became the target of CR7's annoyance.
Ronaldo feels betrayed by Manchester United. The 37-year-old star also felt hurt by the treatment he received from the club and a number of people.
Apart from Erik ten Hag, several figures who were also targeted by Ronaldo's attacks were former interim manager Ralf Rangnick, to his former teammate, Wayne Rooney.
Manchester United reaction
Manchester United themselves have released their official statement regarding Ronaldo's explosive interview. The Red Devils insist that they are reluctant to be rash in this matter.
Now, as reported by The Sun, Manchester United are reportedly ready to terminate Ronaldo's contract as soon as possible, or earlier than the initial duration which will end at the end of the season.
Manchester United could possibly kick Ronaldo out of the squad when CR7 is strengthening Portugal at the 2022 World Cup. This means, Ronaldo will no longer play for United.
Cristiano Ronaldo Interview Timing
It's interesting to see the timing, aka the time of Ronaldo's explosive interview. CR7 chose a week before the 2022 World Cup, where the competition would be closed.
Excerpts of this interview came out in the media after Manchester United played their last game before the 2022 World Cup break, which was when the Red Devils beat Fulham 2-1.
In this match alone, Ronaldo was not in the squad. United said CR7 was not fit. However, many people think that Ronaldo really wants to focus on preparing to appear in Qatar with Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo Career End
Manchester United will only appear before Christmas by facing Burnley in the Carabao Cup. Then, the Red Devils will host Nottingham Forest on Boxing Day.
It will be interesting to see if Ronaldo will be back in the Manchester United squad for these two matches. If not, then it is very likely that Ronaldo will no longer appear for United.
Ronaldo may choose to leave Old Trafford once the January 2023 transfer window opens. This means that Ronaldo has played his last match in United's uniform when his team surrendered at Aston Villa.