Cristiano Ronaldo was named on the bench for Juventus' crucial Serie A clash with Bologna.The Old Lady need to to get a result this evening to achieve Champions League qualification, and realistically, keep hold of their star man.But according to Sky Sports Italia, Ronaldo told Pirlo he was 'too tired' to start the game.
This, from a player who has consistently put himself through the ringer to achieve more than almost any other player in football history.
The sensational claims come as speculation persists regarding a shock return to Manchester United this summer. Reports suggest Ronaldo is ready to walk away from Juventus should they fail to qualify for Europe's premier competition.United are at the front of the queue, along with French.
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