Manchester United’s Ten Hag hasn’t lost any sleep over split with Ronaldo

Manchester United supervisor Erik ten Hag has no regrets in regards to the exit of ahead Cristiano Ronaldo from the membership, in response to a narrative printed Sunday by ESPN.

“I had my reasons [for Ronaldo’s exit],” Ten Hag stated. “They were obvious, and I also knew the consequences. It could have had a negative outcome. That is always possible in football. But I am not worrying. I sleep well also, even during those nights.”

Ronaldo’s return to United forward of the 2021 season had confirmed to be a troublesome reunion for the Portuguese worldwide, and he had made clear his want to maneuver elsewhere this previous fall. But there have been no suitors for the 37-year-old, regardless of the prospect of a free switch.

The low level got here when he was dropped by ten Hag for a fixture towards Chelsea, after refusing to come back on as an alternative towards Tottenham the match earlier than.

Things improved, however then Ronaldo aired his grievances in a pre-World Cup interview, the place he questioned the route of the membership, stated he felt “betrayed” by ten Hag, and that he didn’t respect his supervisor “because he doesn’t show respect for me.”

Ronaldo’s contract was subsequently terminated by mutual settlement. He then joined Saudi Arabian membership Al Nassr.

“In that period I remember we had 10 days so I could consider which choice would be the best,” Ten Hag stated. “You always have to think strategically. But that is my job and that is the responsibility I have to take.”