Former Al-Nassr boss Luis Castro has criticized the approach of former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag to managing Cristiano Ronaldo in England. The Portuguese tactician coached his compatriot in Saudi Arabia, enjoying a fine relationship with the forward in their time together.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Castro commented on the failure of ten Hag to find a place for Cristiano Ronaldo in his XI at Manchester United. The 65-year-old revealed that his tactics were tailored to get the best out of each player, including the former Real Madrid and Juventus star.
Cristiano Ronaldo was deemed to be unable to fit into the plans of Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford after ths manager was appointed as the replacement for Ralf Rangnick. The former Ajax boss believed the five-time Ballon d’Or winner could not press and work off the ball as his system required, and instead chose other players ahead of him.
Ronaldo left Manchester United in 2022 after his contract was terminated by mutual consent following a breakdown of their relationship. He went on to join Al-Nassr, where he scored 55 goals in 55 games under the tutelage of former Botafogo boss Castro.
Former Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo could be set for a surprise move this summer, as per reports. The 40-year-old has been linked with Brazilian outfits Botafogo and Palmeiras ahead of the opening of the summer transfer window.
A report from Play for 90 has revealed that the Portugal international has received an approach from a Brazilian side to join them ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup next month. With the quartet of Botafogo, Flamengo, Fluminense, and Palmeiras set to participate in the competition, the offer would have been from one of them. The report narrowed it down to Botafogo and Palmeiras because both sides have Portuguese managers.
Cristiano Ronaldo will be keen to leave Al-Nassr this summer after yet another trophyless season at the club. The forward will also not feature in the AFC Champions League Elite next season after his side failed to qualify. With his contract set to expire next month, he may choose to join another team as a free agent.
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