Manchester United News: After much speculation, Cristiano Ronaldo has finally confirmed that he will stay with Manchester United. He wants to fulfill his contract at Old Trafford which ends next summer.
A disappointing end to the season saw Manchester United providentially confirm their Europa League participation. The Red Devils lost to Crystal Palace on the final day of the Premier League season. That jeopardized their Europa League spot. However, West Ham losing to Brighton on the same day meant United could hold on to the sixth position in the league table.
Even then, it was an underwhelming season. Especially after finishing second in the previous term.
The marquee signings of one of the greatest players ever Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus and World Cup winner Raphael Varane from Real Madrid stole the headlines at the beginning of the season. Unsurprisingly, the fans’ expectations skyrocketed but ultimately ended in utter disappointment.
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The Portuguese star, however, enjoyed a great individual season after making a surprise return to his former club. He often turned up in crucial moments to take his team through. He scored an impressive 24 goals in all competitions.
Doubts emerged over the continuity of the 37-year-old at the club with United having dropped to the Europa League.
Moreover, Manchester United are determined to restructure. Especially because the club has been at the receiving end of some severe backlash from their fans.
Ronaldo excited to be part of Erik ten Hag era
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The club has already shown the exit doors to Paul Pogba, Juan Mata and Nemanja Matic among others. And many speculated if Ronaldo would also consider leaving Manchester United for a Champions League club this summer.
However, the Portugal international has expressed his desire to continue with the Red Devils. He aspires to deliver his high standard performances that his fans are accustomed to. The former Real Madrid star is also excited about playing under the new manager at the helm, Erik ten Hag.
In a recent interview with Manchester United’s official forum and as reported by the Mirror, the 5-time Balon d’Or winner said: “I am happy of course to be back at a club that really raised my career. So it is unbelievable. The feeling when I came back again, it was nice to feel the supporters. The happiness of them is great.”
Ronaldo further said that the club will soon reach where it belongs. Sometimes it does take time. He expressed his passion for the game and his desire to help the club and his teammates.
New manager Erik ten Hag has already said that Ronaldo will be an influential part of his plans. The former Ajax manager is expecting the Portuguese star to deliver the ‘goals’.
