OFFICIAL: Ronaldo leaves Manchester United with immediate effect
Ronaldo is with Portugal at the World Cup in Qatar and is set to captain them in their opening Group H game against Ghana
As rightly predicted by many, Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo has played his last game for Manchester United as he has been told to leave the club with immediate effect.
The decision is coming on the heels of a controversial interview in which the 37-year-old criticised the club and said he had "no respect" for manager Erik ten Hag.
"The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford," said a Manchester United statement.
They wished "him and his family well for the future" and added "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".
Ronaldo is with Portugal at the World Cup in Qatar and is set to captain them in their opening Group H game against Ghana on Thursday.
"Following conversations with Manchester United we have mutually agreed to end our contract early," said a statement from the forward.
"I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change. However, it feels like the right time for me to seek a new challenge.
"I wish the team every success for the remainder of the season and for the future."
