Ferguson intervention sees Man Utd vanquish Man City with Ronaldo verging on sensational return to Old Trafford
Man Utd have tabled a contract offer and are in pole position to re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo after bitter rivals Man City pulled out of the race, per widespread reports.
The noise regarding a Cristiano Ronaldo exit from Juventus began to grow in recent weeks. The Portuguese icon was reportedly determined to leave the Turin club, sparkling frenzied debate as to where he would next land.
After missing out on Harry Kane, Man City were reported to in the frame for his signature. However, per trusted source Fabrizio Romano, Pep Guardiola’s side are ‘out’ of the running.
That sentiment is backed up by Sky Sports and multiple other outlets. Instead, the 36-year-old is on course for a remarkable return to Old Trafford.
Romano stated Man Utd are ‘preparing their official contract proposal’ to send Ronaldo’s way. The Italian claimed two-year deal running to 2023 is in the works.
Samuel Luckhurst – the Manchester Evening News’ chief Man Utd correspondent – took things a step further.
He claimed a contract offer has in fact been submitted after Ronaldo personally spoke with Sir Alex Ferguson this morning.
The legendary manager is stated to have ‘reached out’ on Friday morning amid the swirling rumours at the time of Man City’s interest.
BBC reporter Simon Stone added further weight to the developing story. He claimed via Twitter that Ronaldo’s talks with Man Utd are at an ‘advanced stage.’
None of the above sources declared what sort of fee would be required to seal the transfer. Nonetheless, widespread reports have indicated Juventus are seeking around £25m to greenlight a deal.
Ronaldo was spotted boarding a private jet earlier today after Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri confirmed his star forward’s departure.
All the signs now point toward that plane being destined for Manchester with a return to the Red Devils edging closer by the minute.
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Cavani on Man Utd collision course
Meanwhile, Edinson Cavani could be on a collision course with Manchester United after Uruguay indicated that the veteran striker will play in their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Earlier this week, the Premier League confirmed that clubs had ‘reluctantly but unanimously’ decided not to release players for international matches which will be played in red-list countries, that is due to continuing concerns over the Covid 19 pandemic.
But shortly after the announcement on Tuesday, Cavani appeared to be puzzled by the decision. The 34-year-old posted a picture of the statement along with several question marks on his Instagram page.
If Cavani decides to travel to South America to represent Uruguay next week, it would mean that he would categorically be ruled out of the Red Devils’ Premier League fixtures against Newcastle and West Ham.
Following a 10-day isolation period, the forward could also be short of match fitness for United’s Carabao Cup tie against West Ham. The league clash against Aston Villa on September 25 may also be out of reach.
Cavani is yet to feature for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men this season. He was granted an extended holiday following Uruguay’s Copa America exploits this summer.
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