MANCHESTER UNITED owner Avram Glazer has broken his silence on Cristiano Ronaldo's abrupt contract termination.
Glazer said: "The board went through a process and decided to explore different strategical options for Manchester United"
However, Avram refused to answer on his reasoning for putting the club up for sale.
Meanwhile, Red Devils legend David Beckham is reportedly open to holding talks with bidders about taking over at Manchester United.
And it's been said that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, Britain's richest man, is also set to BID for the Manchester giants.
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Harry Maguire’ milestone
Manchester United ace Harry Maguire is set to earn his 50th England cap.
Maguire said: “I have great belief in myself. I worked as hard as possible. I give my all and give and my best.
“I went to the Euros on the back on an eight to 10-week injury so here, I was not worried about lack of game time. I want to be playing every week for my club and fight for my team. It is not where I want to be but I have worked hard and worked extra on the training pitch ready to play.
“I was disappointed to come off pitch in the first game of the World Cup. I felt unwell during the second half but I have done all the tests and I have felt well since. I have been on the training pitch for the last couple of days and feel well.
“As a footballer no-one likes being criticised. I have played with Cristiano Ronaldo and he is one of the greatest players and gets criticised day-in day-out so if he gets criticised. . . I am the captain of Man United and it will happen to all of us”
Ronaldo misses two major chances
Should. Have. Scored. As per SunSport’s man on the field Martin Lipton.
Ronaldo, of all people, missing the sort of chance you’d expect him to gobble up after the Ghanaians were caught in possession 40 yards from their own net.
His touch was slightly off but the keeper was out so swiftly to cut down and block with his chest.
Of the two coaches, Fernando Santos looks more agitated, pacing up and down his technical area.
Ronaldo then missed a close-range header after 13 minutes
Seaman advises Ronaldo signing
Arsenal legend David Seaman has urged his former club to sign Cristiano Ronaldo on a free transfer after his departure from Manchester United.
Seaman told TalkTV: “Ronaldo is far from done and he would be perfect for Arsenal. I would applaud him because he’s obviously talking the truth.
“A lot of the stuff he came out with, is not stuff we haven’t heard. We have heard a lot of other experienced players moaning and criticising Man United for the way the ground is and the training…
“That shocked me and that shouldn’t be happening”
Ronaldo in action
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to compete in his first match since leaving Manchester United.
Ronaldo will lead Portugal in their 2022 World Cup opener against Ghana.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner's contract was terminated by United after he slammed the club from top to bottom in a bombshell interview.
But the star forward seems fully dedicated to Portugal now as he was visibly emotional whilst singing his national anthem before kick-off
Cliffe Edge
Sir Jim Ratcliffe "will bid" for Manchester United after the Glazers announced they were open to selling the club.
The unpopular American owners said they were "exploring strategic alternatives", lighting the touch paper for the sale of one of the world's biggest clubs.
Ratcliffe is a boyhood United fan and has previously shown interest in purchasing the popular club.
He was also involved in the fight to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich earlier this year before Todd Boehly won the bidding war.
The Telegraph report the British billionaire is preparing to make a move soon
Beckham 'open' to United takeover
Manchester United legend David Beckham is open to talks with bidders about taking over his former club.
Unpopular owners the Glazers confirmed on Tuesday that they are willing to sell United.
Britain's richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already emerged as a potential suitor to buy the Red Devils.
According to the Financial Times, those hoping to secure a takeover could bring Beckham on board to ensure they clinch a deal
Avram Glazer on Ronaldo
Manchester United owner Avram Glazer spoke about Cristiano Ronaldo leaving the club this week and he had nothing but kind words for the Portugal captain.
Glazer said: “Well, I'll tell you about Cristiano Ronaldo.
"He's a great Manchester United player, I appreciate everything he's done for the club.
"I wish Ronaldo the best luck in the future"
Harry Maguire’s real name
Football fans are shocked to learn a little-known fact about Manchester United and England star Harry Maguire.
Everyone knows he cost the Red Devils an eye-watering £80million, some know he started his career at Sheffield United, but few know his real name.
Yes, Harry is not actually his first name, but his middle name.
Maguire's first name is Jacob, but he has gone by Harry from an early age.
The United centre-back, 29, has also gone by the affectionate nickname "Slabhead" – earned thanks to his aerial prowess as well as his rather large skull.
Fans were amused to discover Maguire's real name after taking a peak at his Wikipedia profile.
Saka’s idol revealed
Arsenal and England star Bukayo Saka has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo was his idol growing up.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is now a free agent after his contract was ripped up by Manchester United following his bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.
Saka wrote in an article for England’s official website: “Growing up, my favourite player was Cristiano Ronaldo.
“Everyone used to do the same stance as him and the same celebrations, of course, it’s difficult to model yourself on him because he’s one of the best to ever play football and with his stature and the way he can score headers.
“He can do a lot of stuff that is obviously difficult for others to do, but he was definitely my role model growing up.
“As for Arsenal, I used to love the older generation of players like Thierry Henry. I loved Thierry.
“And because I was at Arsenal, I used to be able to go to games, and at that time, I loved Alexis Sanchez. He was one of my favourite players.”
Apple ‘interested in Man Utd takeover'
Tech giants Apple are reportedly interested in a stunning deal to take over Manchester United.
CEO Tim Cook is said to be lining up talks with the bosses in charge of overseeing a sale.
Company chiefs have expressed their interest in holding discussions over a deal to assume command at Old Trafford, according to the Daily Star.
They are believed to be lining up a £5.8billion bid for the Red Devils.
California-based Apple are worth an estimated £2TRILLION.
They are the largest tech company in the world and boast an annual revenue of close to £326bn.
Ronaldo free transfer blow
Inter Miami have distanced themselves from signing Cristiano Ronaldo, according to reports.
The 37-year-old is without a club after his Manchester United contract was terminated earlier this week.
Prior to his interview, SunSport exclusively revealed that David Beckham's Inter Miami were lining up a sensational January move for Ronaldo.
But according the Telegraph, the MLS outfit have stepped away from a potential deal.
Chelsea and Newcastle have also cooled their interest in him.
Prem trio ‘to fight for Rabiot’
Adrien Rabiot could finally complete a transfer to the Premier League despite his summer move to Manchester United collapsing, according to reports.
The Frenchman was close to sealing a move to Old Trafford over the summer but saw the £15million deal fall through.
However, following a strong performance against Australia at the World Cup, including a goal, Rabiot has returned to the radar of a number of top Premier League outfits.
Calciomercato report the midfielder is being monitored by London trio Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham.
Rabiot, 27, wants a contract worth £8.6m per net – a figure the three are all prepared to offer.
Pickford backs Maguire
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has called for Harry Maguire to be shown more respect.
Maguire has come under fire for his performances in a Manchester United shirt, but always turns up for England.
Pickford said on Maguire: "Part of being a footballer is being criticised, as everyone gets criticised in football, but of course he needs to be respected a lot more.
"But Harry is mentally strong and takes it really well. I think it’s a bit unfair but his performances on the pitch show why he has so many caps for England and is captain of Man Utd.”
Beckham 'open' to United takeover
David Beckham is reportedly open to talks with bidders about taking over at Manchester United.
The Glazers confirmed on Tuesday that they are willing to sell the club.
Britain's richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already emerged as a potential suitor to purchase the Red Devils.
And according to the Financial Times, those hoping to secure a takeover could bring Beckham on board to ensure they clinch a deal.
Ronaldo mega-money transfer
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to receive another big-money offer to go and play in Saudi Arabia, according to reports.
The Portuguese forward is a free agent after having his Manchester United contract terminated on Tuesday.
Ronaldo, 37, turned down a two-year deal worth a staggering £211million from Saudi side Al-Hilal last summer.
At the time he decided that he wasn't done with European football just yet.
But following his acrimonious Old Trafford departure, A Saudi Pro League side is set to try again for his signature.
According to the Telegraph, the Middle Eastern country want to use Ronaldo as the face of their bid for the 2030 World Cup.
Sancho trains alone
Jadon Sancho has been training in the Netherlands after being left out of England's World Cup squad.
The winger's Three Lions team-mates have been basking in the Doha sun and the glory of their 6-2 win over Iran while Sancho was training alone.
Sancho made three appearances at Euro 2020 but has played just once for England since – against Andorra in September 2021.
His form for Manchester United has been below par with just eight goals and four assists in 52 games since he arrived at Old Trafford last year.
That led Southgate to pick Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden and Raheem Sterling ahead of the 22-year-old.
And it appears Sancho is eager to bounce back, using the World Cup break as an opportunity to improve his game.
Avram Glazer radio silence on sale
Manchester United owner Avram Glazer refused to answer when asked why he decided to sell the club.
The Glazer family put the club up for sale on Tuesday after years of backlash from fans and protests against their ownership.
But the American refused to reveal the motivation behind putting the club on the market.
He told Sky: “The board went through a process and decided to explore different strategical options for Manchester United.”
Earlier this week a statement from the family outlined their desire to "explore strategic alternatives for the club".
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Speculation continues to gather pace on who could launch a bid to take control of the club.
The Glazer family announced earlier this week that they would "explore strategic alternatives" for the club and United fans are now hoping that the controversial American family will sell up.
It was revealed last night that David Beckham was open to being part of a bid to take over the club.
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe, who has already shown interest in the club, is reportedly getting ready to make a move.
Other rich money-men like Elon Musk have also been linked with a move for United.
Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo is gearing up for his first World Cup game in Qatar as Portugal prepare to face Ghana later today.
It's been far from a quiet week off the pitch for the 37-year-old who mutually agreed to tear up his contract on Tuesday.
The agreement came after Ronaldo gave an explosive interview to Piers Morgan where he lashed out at the club and how it was run.
He has been linked with moves to the likes of Sporting Lisbon and Newcastle.
The former Real Madrid man has also been slapped with a two game ban and a £60,000 punishment by the FA.
This was after Ronaldo knocked a phone out of a fan's hand back in April.
'Far from done'
David Seaman has urged Arsenal to sign Cristiano Ronaldo on a free transfer.
The former keeper is insisting the 37-year-old is “far from done” following his Manchester United exit.
Ronaldo was axed by the Red Devils on Tuesday following his bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.
The Portugal legend is now without a club for the first time in his professional career.
But Ronaldo is now free to sign for a new side without strings attached when the January transfer window opens.
Seaman told TalkTV: “Ronaldo is far from done and he would be perfect for Arsenal.
“I would applaud him because he’s obviously talking the truth.
“A lot of the stuff he came out with, is not stuff we haven’t heard.
“We have heard a lot of other experienced players moaning and criticising Man United for the way the ground is and the training…
“That shocked me and that shouldn’t be happening."
What the Beck?
David Beckham is reportedly open to talks with bidders about taking over at Manchester United.
Current bosses the Glazers confirmed on Tuesday that they are open to selling the club.
Britain's richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already emerged as a potential suitor to purchase the Red Devils.
And according to the Financial Times, those hoping to secure a takeover could bring Beckham on board to ensure they clinch a deal.
Read the full breaking story here.
Cliffe Edge
Jim Ratcliffe "will bid" for Manchester United after the Glazers announced they were open to selling the club, according to reports.
The American owners said they were "exploring strategic alternatives", lighting the touch paper for the sale of one of the world's biggest clubs.
Ratcliffe is a boyhood United fan and has previously shown interest in purchasing the club.
He was also involved in the fight to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich earlier this year.
The Telegraph report the British billionaire is preparing to make a move.
Every Penny Helps
Manchester United will save £15.5m in wages after mutually agreeing to rip up Cristiano Ronaldo's contract.
The 37-year-old's chaotic second-spell at the club came to an end yesterday when the Red Devils announced the two parties had agreed to bring things to an end.
The relationship between Ronaldo and the club had been strained for months but it then boiled over when the star gave an interview to Piers Morgan where he slammed the club.
The decision to part ways means United will save £15.5m in wages.
Meanwhile the man behind the interview, Talk TV's Morgan, continues to call for Arsenal to sign the former Real Madrid forward.
Prime Time
Manchester United could be bought by Facebook, Amazon or Dubai after being put up for sale by the Glazer family.
United's unpopular owners have announced they are "exploring strategic alternatives for the club" in what seems like the end of their turbulent 17-year reign in charge.
According to the Daily Mail, tech giants Facebook and Amazon pose as "credible" and "serious" suitors to succeed the American billionaires.
The same goes for sovereign states, such as Dubai who have yet to follow suit as other Middle Eastern rivals.
Dubai could follow the example of Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, who took over Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle respectively.
The Glazers are prepared to sell the club outright, with a deal expected to be worth around £9billion.
Read the full developing story here.
Knight in Shining Armour
Britain's richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly set to bid for Manchester United, according to reports.
The Glazers confirmed on Tuesday night they are putting the club up for sale after 17 years at the helm.
And SunSport now understands billionaire Ratcliffe, a Man Utd fan, is expected to table a bid to buy the Old Trafford outfit.
However, he will only pay as high as £5billion for the club.
That could present an issue as the Glazers value the club between £6-8bn.
It comes just one month after Ratcliffe declared his interest in the club but claimed the Glazers were not interested in selling.
Read the full developing story on the future of Manchester United here.
Ron Move
Cristiano Ronaldo stayed at Manchester United for too long and his bombshell interview ended up being the "tipping point", according to Roy Keane.
The pundit claims the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's dramatic exit from Old Trafford had long been "on the cards" following the 37-year-old parting company with the club yesterday.
Keane told ITV: "It has been on cards for the last few months. The interview was the tipping point. It is like a divorce, the end of a relationship.
"He should have left in the summer, the new manager was never going to play him. You cannot have Ronaldo as a fringe player, it is just not right.
"You do have to treat the top players differently. I don’t want to go down the road again about pressing, Ronaldo did not come back to the club to do that, he came back to score goals."
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