BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo speaks after abrupt Man United exit!

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has broken his silence following the announcement of his exit from Manchester United.

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On Tuesday, Man United released a statement confirming that Ronaldo would be leaving the club by mutual agreement effective immediately.

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And the separation stems from the comments Ronaldo made in an interview with Piers Morgan where he criticised the club, manager Erik ten Hag and Man United owners.

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Now, Ronaldo has released a statement of his own, saying while he loves Man United and their fans, this feels like the right time to seek a new challenge.

CRISTIANO RONALDO BREAKS SILENCE ON MAN UNITED EXIT

“Following talks with Manchester United, we’ve mutually agreed to end our contract,” reads the statement.

“I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change.

“It feels like the right time to seek a new challenge. I wish Man Utd all the best,” added the statement.

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