Ronaldo deserves to be honored by Manchester United

Former assistant coach Benni McCarthy insists that Cristiano Ronaldo is entitled to a respectful goodbye from Manchester United following his controversial exit in 2022 amid team disputes.

Cristiano Ronaldo deserves a genuine farewell with Manchester United, according to former assistant coach Benni McCarthy, who worked alongside the Portuguese star during the 2021/22 season. McCarthy believes Ronaldo’s exit from Old Trafford after the explosive interview with Piers Morgan was “unworthy” of a legend who brought countless cherished memories to the Red Devils fans.

In 2021, Ronaldo returned to Manchester United to a rapturous welcome. He scored twice on his debut against Newcastle and finished his first season with 18 Premier League goals. However, everything changed when Erik ten Hag took over as manager. The Portuguese star gradually found himself sidelined, culminating in an incident where he was substituted off during a match against Tottenham and refused to come on as a substitute.

Shortly after, Ronaldo gave a shocking interview to Piers Morgan, openly criticizing the club and declaring a lack of respect for Ten Hag. As a result, Manchester United immediately terminated his contract, ending their reunion bitterly. Afterwards, CR7 moved to play for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.

Recently, British media revealed that Manchester United is planning to arrange some midweek friendlies to fill their schedule due to missing out on European competitions, with Al Nassr being one of the potential opponents. McCarthy believes this would be the perfect opportunity for Ronaldo to close the final chapter of his time at Old Trafford properly.

McCarthy shared with BestBettingSites.co.uk: “He deserves a proper farewell. Ronaldo has given so much and brought immense pride to the club. Leaving quietly does not reflect the value of a player of his caliber.”

The former South African striker also revealed that after the interview aired, Ronaldo left the team immediately without having the chance to say goodbye to his teammates. “If Manchester United truly face Al Nassr, it will be a chance for him to say farewell to the fans and teammates who have always shown him respect.”