Cristiano Ronaldo's full-time reaction at Southampton completely different to at Brentford

Rio Ferdinand believes that Cristiano Ronaldo will stay at Manchester United this summer as he doesn't think there are any clubs that can afford to pay his wages.

Napoli manager Lucciano Spalletti has stated that Victor Osimhen will not leave the club for Manchester United this summer as he 'wants to play Champions League football'.

It is clear that Erik ten Hag wants to adopt a fast-paced, possession style of play but if he wants to be successful then he will have to make some Manchester United tweaks along the way – as was shown in the victory against Liverpool on Monday night.

Real Madrid chiefs were so desperate to solidify Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation as the world's greatest footballer they reportedly forced World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsén to state the Portuguese legend was his favourite player.Chess grandmaster, Magnus Carlsén, 31, is a lifelong fan of Los Blancos but, unlike hardcore Madridistas, the Norwegian believes Ballon d'Or rival Lionel Messi is the greatest player of all time. Carlsén told the Lex Fridman podcast he was interviewed by the club following his successful defence of the world title, but was told to change his answer when he failed to state Ronaldo was his favourite player.READ MORE: Thomas Tuchel 'said no' to Cristiano Ronaldo after Ralf Rangnick told him to steer clear"I think it’s pretty hard to make a case for anybody else than [Lionel] Messi for his all-round game," said Carlsén.

Manchester United pay more for Antony than Real Madrid did for Cristiano Ronaldo back in 2009 - despite him scoring 116 fewer goals and not having a Ballon d'Or to his name. The 22-year-old has scored a total of 25 goals for Ajax since joining from Sao Paulo back in 2020 - but his former boss Erik ten Hag has seen enough to push for a €100million (£85m) move.

Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly has only two exit routes out of Manchester United if he wishes to leave the club.

Cristiano Ronaldo might have signed for Chelsea this summer had Thomas Tuchel not been advised to steer clear of him by former Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick.Blues owner Todd Boehly was very keen on bringing Ronaldo to Stamford Bridge as his marquee summer signing and even met with the player's agent Jorge Mendes to discuss a deal.But the move was vetoed by Tuchel, who, according reports, was put off after getting in touch with old pal Rangnick to ask him what working with Ronaldo was like.READ MORE: Fans fear Cristiano Ronaldo is 'finished' after duel with Mohammed Salisu in Man Utd winRangnick's warning should come as little surprise, particularly after the German - who managed Ronaldo for six months last term - criticised the Portugal superstar's reluctance to press shortly after quitting Old Trafford at the end of last season.He said: "[Ronaldo is] not a pressing monster.

Toto Wolff's bank balance makes him one of the richest people working in the lucrative world of F1, with an eye-watering net worth that most can only dream about.Wolff, 50, who is CEO and team principal of the championship-winning side, is reported to be worth £438million. This makes him a whopping £71million richer than Cristiano Ronaldo, whose net worth is reported to be £367million.

Juan Mata sent a congratulatory message to Bruno Fernandes after he netted the winning goal to help Manchester United seal a 1-0 win over Southampton at St Mary's on Saturday.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has refused to rule out the arrival of a new striker as the transfer window draws to a close - and offered an update on the future of Cristiano Ronaldo. The Red Devils manager spoke after his side secured a second consecutive Premier League victory at the expense of Southampton on Saturday afternoon (August 27) thanks to Bruno Fernandes.

Manchester United ’s 1-0 win over Southampton, the youngster entered the field and was seemingly dragged off by security while he was close to tears. It’s not clear why the boy entered the pitch during the encounter or why he was so forcibly removed.

A former Lazio legend has claimed that Victor Osimhen is better than Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo in one particular area.

Manchester United did something they haven't been able to do in a long time vs Southampton according to Rio Ferdinand. United played out a relatively-even first half with their hosts at a warm St Mary's. Christian Eriksen went closest for the away side during a goalmouth scramble but somehow Southampton survived.

Cristiano Ronaldo's days at the top are officially over after watching him get bested in a footrace with Southampton's Mohammed Salisu. With Manchester United holding on to a narrow 1-0 lead at St Mary's, Ronaldo was introduced with a quarter-of-an-hour left to play, with Erik ten Hag hoping to take advantage of his ruthless, (supposedly) unwavering athleticism.But something shocking happened just a few minutes into his cameo.

Cristiano Ronaldo gatecrashing live broadcasts ahead of a game.Last week, when the superstar was dropped by Erik ten Hag for Manchester United's encounter against Liverpool, he came up, while the Sky Sports cameras were rolling, and gave hugs to Gary Neville, Dean Jones, and Roy Keane (though Jamie Carragher, the former Reds man, was left hanging.)And ahead of the Red Devils' match with Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium today, Ronaldo, who was benched again by the Dutch manager, was at it again - only this time he crashed the BT Sports broadcast when former team-mate Rio Ferdinand was on screen, knocking the back of his legs with a ball so he would turn around, before giving a celebratory gesture.READ MORE: Antony slams Ajax in incredible interview demanding they let him join Man UtdBut some have blasted Ronaldo’s behaviour as ‘weird’ and even said that he could be doing it for ulterior motives.One poised: “So weird this - Ronaldo constantly interacting with TV crews in pre-match - last week and now today. Everyone else is warming up & going though drills but he is just dicking about.

Bruno Fernandes has urged Manchester United's dressing room to maintain high standards for the rest of the season.

Manchester United were snubbed of a chance of grabbing the opening goal after some resolute Southampton defending in the side's Premier League clash.At St Mary’s Stadium on 18 minutes, hearts were in mouths as United forged a number of opportunities on goal, only for the Saints' defense to keep each one out in quick succession.It began when Diogo Dalot whipped the ball into the Southampton box. Bruno Fernandes’ header was mistimed, but the ball fell kindly to Anthony Elanga, whose first shot was well saved by Gavin Bazunu.

Southampton wasn't nearly as emphatic or impressive as their win over Liverpool five days ago, but getting three points is all Manchester United will care about, and rightly so.Bruno Fernandes' sumptuous volley opened the scoring for the Red Devils, crucially breaking the deadlock after a lacklustre first half display. Just like against Liverpool, United were under the cosh for much of the second period, though managed to hold onto their lead.Here, Daily Star Sport runs through the three things Erik ten Hag got right at St Mary's as United climb back into the top half of the Premier League.READ MORE: Antony slams Ajax in incredible interview demanding they let him join Man UtdHe'd have been mad not to! After the scintillating performance his players produced against Liverpool, every single one of them deserved to start this afternoon.Ten Hag made some big calls on Monday, namely dropping Cristiano Ronaldo and captain Harry Maguire, and he stuck to his guns again today, opting for the same youthful exuberance that so fluidly opened up Jurgen Klopp's side up on Monday.It wasn't the best of team performances, but the likes of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Elanga and Lisandro Martinez are all looking fitter, sharper and happier - and they've got Ten Hag's faith in them to thank for that.Sum up Manchester United's performance today in one word in the comments section below.United didn't splash £60million on Casemiro just to leave him on the bench! Ten Hag might have been wise to keep an unchanged side, but he was wiser still to realise when the game needed the Brazilian's energetic tenacity and defensive astuteness.With the visitors holding on to a narrow 1-0 lead, Casemiro was introduced.

Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo will be fuming with his current role at Manchester United.