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Ronaldo to leave Man United with 'immediate effect' - club
Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo gives a press conference at Shahaniya Sports Club in Al Samriya, northwest of Doha, on November 21, 2022 during the Qatar 2022 World Cup football tournament. PHOTO/AFP
Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial second spell at Manchester United is to end with "immediate effect", the Premier League giants announced Tuesday.
The Portugal forward appeared to be on his way out of Old Trafford following a recent television interview in which he said he felt "betrayed" by the club and had no respect for new manager Erik ten Hag.
"Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect," said a United statement.
"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."
