Manchester United open talks with Cristiano Ronaldo as Man City withdraw from the deal

Manchester United open talks with Cristiano Ronaldo as Man City withdraw from the deal to sign the Portugal captain

Manchester City are no longer in talks to recruit Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo, as Manchester United have entered the contest.

Jorge Mendes, Ronaldo's agent, has approached United to propose a contract that would bring Ronaldo back to the club, and negotiations are ongoing.

City were approached about signing Ronaldo and explored a deal, as they were believed to be the player's first option.

While the City board recognised his abilities as a player, there was little enthusiasm for him because he does not fit their typical profile.

Ronaldo is currently on the lookout for a new club, and Mendes is reported to be in negotiations with other clubs.

#MCFC are no longer in talks to sign Cristiano Ronaldo while #MUFC have been approached over a deal that would see him return to Old Trafford.

— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) August 27, 2021

Manchester United are preparing their official contract proposal to Cristiano Ronaldo! Jorge Mendes will receive it soon. Man Utd are “confident” now. 🔴🇵🇹 #MUFC #Ronaldo

Paul Pogba is currently not involved in any talk. Man City are OUT of the race for Cristiano Ronaldo. pic.twitter.com/Ay4GUZfduS

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 27, 2021