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Cristiano Ronaldo did not enjoy a fairytale return to Manchester United after terminating his contract with the Premier League club in the second season of his second coming.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s return to Old Trafford in 2021 sparked scenes of joy among many Man United fans, but all that was quickly erased after a fall-out with Erik ten Hag.
According to the Daily Mirror, former Manchester United assistant manager Mike Phelan has now revealed Ronaldo left the Red Devils “frustrated” with his high demands during his explosive second spell at the club.
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FootballSince leaving Manchester United for Al-Nassr earlier this summer, Ronaldo has had a good run of luck. He assisted his new team in winning the Arab Club Champions Cup.
Ronaldo knew he would be world's bestMeanwhile, Mike Phelan has also revealed Cristiano Ronaldo’s success did not surprise the Portugalsuperstar as he always knew he would be the best player in the world,Sky Sportsreports.
The 38-year-old forward has won several individual awards, including five Ballon d’Or trophies, since bursting into the football scene in the early 2000s with Sporting Lisbon.
Ronaldo has also enjoyed success with all the teams he has played for in his career, winning multiple trophies with Manchester United, Real Madridand now with Al Nassr.
Roberto Martinez drops Ronaldo bombshellEarlier, Sports Brief reportedRobe
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