Cristiano Ronaldo has been turned down yet again but this time by the Spanish football giants Atletico Madrid. Reports have it that there were talks in place for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester united but the opportunity turned down by Atletico.
Ronaldo has made it obvious recently that he wants out of Old Trafford and wants to play for a club that are available in Champions League.
Agent Jorge Mendes has spoken to the likes of Chelsea, PSG, Napoli and Bayern Munich but they have all declined against the move.
As reported here yesterday, rumours started to emerge that a shock move to Atletico Madrid could be in the offing, with head coach Diego Simeone a known admirer.
However, the Rojoblanco have become the latest team to reject a move for the galactico, citing financial reasons for their decision.
“’It is not economically viable’, they insist over and over again at Atlético when Cristiano Ronaldo’s name comes to the fore,” reports Marca.
The sinking rojiblancos’ accounts could not get a very high wage like that of the Portuguese, as well as pay a transfer fee to Manchester United , a club with which he has a valid contract.
“That is the reality.”
The report also notes that the rumours, which shocked the football world after the player’s historic allegiance to neighbours and arch rivals Real, came from Ronaldo himself.
Meanwhile, even Juventus have also reportedly been approached about a return. The Milan teams, Sevilla, Ajax and FC Porto represent the type of option left, none of which would seem likely.
As the situation grows more and more desperate and humiliating for the Portuguese legend, Manchester United are steadfast in their insistence that he is not for sale, Erik ten Hag yesterday even suggested the Red Devils are considering triggering an extension in his contract that would keep him at the club until 2024. Will this take place? Drop your opinion in the comments below.
