Get the United transfer latest, team news, match updates and analysis delivered straight to your inbox every day for free Manchester United's owners, the Glazer family, are tempted to hijack Cristiano Ronaldo's protracted move to Manchester City.
Sources have told the Manchester Evening News the Glazers believe a Ronaldo homecoming would get them back onside with United supporters following the botched attempt to form a European Super League.
Juventus are holding out for a €30million fee for Ronaldo, 36, and his availability appeals to the Glazers. Ronaldo's representatives have been in advanced discussions with City ahead of Tuesday's 11pm transfer deadline.
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