Cristiano Ronaldo the green light to leave Manchester United this summer.Ten Hag is poised to become the next United manager after agreeing a deal in principle with club bosses.
And the Dutchman has sanctioned the departure of Ronaldo - after making it clear the United legend will not be part of his long term plans at Old Trafford.The news will stun United fans, who still consider Ronaldo to be an iconic figure at the club despite his struggles this season.
Supporters were ecstatic last summer when Ronaldo, 37, snubbed rivals Manchester City to make a stunning return to United from Juventus in a £12million deal.
He was expected to help the fallen giants challenge for trophies again, but his second spell has turned into a nightmare.United have never been in the title race and will end this season without silverware for the fifth time in a row.
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