Cristiano Ronaldo's Statement Becomes A "Separation Signal" With Manchester United?

Manchester United player, Cristiano Ronaldo (left). (Photo: Twitter @ManUtd)

JAKARTA - Cristiano Ronaldo caused an uproar in the world of football. He issued a statement attacking his club, Manchester United.

In his interview with Piers Morgan, Ronaldo said that Erik ten Hag and several other figures at the club had betrayed him. He also considered that MU had no ambition to get better.

Criticism was also conveyed regarding the team's facilities. This makes the public believe Ronaldo's future with the club based at Old Trafford is coming to an end.

A number of British media reported that management would take firm steps, namely cutting the player's contract. Another step is to sell Ronaldo in the January transfer window later.

Currently, the club has not issued any decision. In its official statement, the club nicknamed the Red Devils still wants to trace the full facts of the interview.

"The club will consider its response after the complete facts are established," said MU's official statement.

"Our focus remains on preparing for the second half of the season and continuing the momentum, trust and togetherness built among players, managers, staff and fans," the statement continued.

While MU focuses on preparing for the second half, Ronaldo is preparing for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. The 37-year-old is one of the names called the coach of the Portugal national team, Fernando Santos.

Qatar's 2022 World Cup could be a means of proving itself for Cristiano Ronaldo. In addition, this tournament can also be a place for former Real Madrid and Juventus players to "sell themselves".