The End of an Era
Manchester United have received a world-record, unconditional offer of £80million for Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid.
At the request of Cristiano - who has again expressed his desire to leave - and after discussion with the player's representatives, United have agreed to give Real Madrid permission to talk to the player.
Matters are expected to be concluded by 30 June. The club will not comment until further notice.
So it's official. My bitter side would probably tell Ronaldo to go fuck himself but I won't. He was, after all, a great servant to Manchester United.
Six years, 292 appearances, 118 goals, one Club World Cup, one European Cup, three Premier League trophies, one FA Cup, two League Cups, and one Community Shield, as well as an abundance individual honors such as becoming the fourth player in club history to win the Ballon D'Or and the only United player to be crowned FIFA World Player of the Year.
It is disappointing to lose one of the best players in the club's history but money talks in this world. Good luck, Ronaldo. George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and now, Cristiano Ronaldo - the elite group of players who have proudly worn United's famous #7 shirt, all legends in their own right.
May Sir Alex spend his large transfer kitty wisely, and may the next #7 wear his shirt with the pride that befits the rich history that comes with it.
Six years, 292 appearances, 118 goals, one Club World Cup, one European Cup, three Premier League trophies, one FA Cup, two League Cups, and one Community Shield, as well as an abundance individual honors such as becoming the fourth player in club history to win the Ballon D'Or and the only United player to be crowned FIFA World Player of the Year.
It is disappointing to lose one of the best players in the club's history but money talks in this world. Good luck, Ronaldo. George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and now, Cristiano Ronaldo - the elite group of players who have proudly worn United's famous #7 shirt, all legends in their own right.
May Sir Alex spend his large transfer kitty wisely, and may the next #7 wear his shirt with the pride that befits the rich history that comes with it.
