The Portuguese forward left United for Real Madrid back in 2009 for a then world record £80m fee and has since become the Spanish side’s all-time leading goal-scorer, overtaking Spanish legend Raul.
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They performed admirably, but Robben is unquestionably a higher calibre of player and his addition to the United squad would give Van Gaal the added pace he desires.
The Wales global is thought to be a transfer target for the Red Devils and has been linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent days as the January window approaches.
Manchester United are interested in securing one of Gareth Bale or Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid.
The Welshman was asked whether he could challenge Lionel Messi and Ronaldo for the prestigious award, and the winger suggested that some players only focus on individual recognition.
“We are looking at all players, not just Ronaldo”, said the Dutchman. “There is no trainer in the world that doesn’t like him”.
The Express says that Cristiano Ronaldo will not be returning to Manchester United and quote his agent, Jorge Mendes, as ruling out a switch to the Premier League.
Financially, United have never been stronger, with annual revenues expected to break through the £500million barrier on the back of new kit sponsorship and TV deals. Ronaldo might expect the attack to be structured around him and it is hard to see that happening with Rooney still a central figure in Van Gaal’s plans.
Meanwhile, PSG are committed to elevating themselves to the level of Europe’s elite, and signing a player of the calibre and reputation of Ronaldo would be a way of fast-tracking that process. Moustafa just happens to be a huge Real Madrid fan.
That caught the attention of Real Madrid and they passed the message on to Cristiano Ronaldo. (Ronaldo) is not happy.
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“When people talk about £60m or whatever, he’s 30 years old, so you are writing off £60m because there is not going to be resale value”.
