Man Utd have been rated 100 percent likely to sign a new centre-forward this summer, and a report has detailed what that means for Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Red Devils will enter a new era this summer with Erik ten Hag takes the reins. Overhauling the club’s culture will be a high priority, though the turnover of players will be what catches most fans’ eyes.
Indeed, a plethora of players are poised to leave Old Trafford in the coming months.
Edinson Cavani, Juan Mata, Jesse Lingard and Paul Pogba will all depart as free agents. Nemanja Matic too will leave for free after an option for a further 12 months wasn’t triggered.
Additions at centre-half, central midfield and up front have all been touted. In essence, Manchester United are seeking an entirely new spine of their team.
At the tip of the spine at present is Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese icon has come in for criticism this season for what he doesn’t do off the ball.
However, while in possession, Ronaldo remains a potent force and nine goals in his last six matches show he can still withstand the rigours of a full season despite being 37.
Now, writing in a column for CaughtOffside, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has shed light on what the future holds for Romano.
Ronaldo will accept strong competition
Firstly, the trusted journalist insisted United are 100 percent likely to sign a new centre-forward this summer. However, rather than to replace Ronaldo, Romano reckons it will be to compliment.
He noted Ronaldo’s hope remains to see out his Old Trafford contract. He has another year left to run after this season and the club hold an option for an extra 12 months beyond that.
It’s acknowledged incoming boss Ten Hag may harbour doubts as to whether Ronaldo is the right fit for his all-action style. However, a conversation between the two will resolve that issue once and for all and it’s indicated the early signs suggest Ronaldo will stay.
Furthermore, Ronaldo will reportedly accept the club’s…
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