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On Sunday, Cristiano Ronaldo proved yet again why he is one of the greatest footballers to ever grace the game. With a record 5 UEFA Champions League titles to his name, Ronaldo has etched his name into the record books.
In the post-match interview, however, Ronaldo threw some serious shade on his future with Los Blancos, claiming "it has been nice to play for Real".
The comments were ill-timed, taking the joy out of a record-breaking win. It has, however, left United fans on edge, wondering whether a reunion with their favorite son is on the cards.
Here we look at 5 reasons why United should resist the temptation.
#5 Mourinho's tactics
Ronaldo had a difficult time during Jose Mourinho's stint in the Spanish capital. Despite an emphatic league title win, Mourinho's demanding tactics didn't go down well with the Portuguese.
Jose demands a lot from his attacking players including high pressing, closing spaces, maintaining shape and tracking back. It is a tactic that Ronaldo has already struggled under before.
With Mourinho committing his immediate future to the Red Devils, it makes little sense for the two Portuguese to work together again.
#4 The player's age
Ronaldo recently stated that although he is 33, he feels biologically 23. Blessed with incredible fitness and a Greek-god like physique that his juniors would envy, he has a point. Yet, those comments were slightly exaggerated.
Ronaldo's role has reduced in recent seasons. He is no longer a winger, but more of a penalty box poacher.
While he is extremely effective in that role with 44 goals this season, his overall contribution has gradually reduced. Against Liverpool, he had the fewest touches among the Madrid players to complete 90 mins. This season is also the first time 'CR7' has failed to muster over 10 assists since joining Real.
United youngsters Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford have shown plenty of potential, clouding the 33-year-old's possible role in the team.
#3 Transfer fees and wages
Real are likely to demand a mammoth fee for their greatest ever Galatico, even at 33. A fee in excess of £80 million is likely.
At this stage, it makes no sense for the English giants to spend that money on a player who is past his prime. Further more, the 33-year-old is likely to demand exorbitant wages.
For a team that has the highest wage bill in the English league, adding several millions more could be suicidal. It will also disrupt the squad harmony and will ruffle the likes of Alexis Sanchez and Paul Pogba.
It is better if United spend this money on signing quality defenders and midfielders.
#2 'Lieutenant Lukaku'
Ronaldo is likely to occupy a centre forward's role if he joins Man United, a role that is currently occupied by striker Romelu Lukaku.
The big Belgium claimed that he is the manager's "sergeant on the pitch", and is known to put the team ahead of himself, a stark contrast to Ronaldo.
Barring David de Gea, Lukaku has been the clubs's best performer this season. In a team devoid of consistency, Lukaku has often fought lone battles. Tracking back, winning aerials in both boxes, playing at center back, Lukaku has done it all. It is no doubt that his manager will prefer the Lieutenant to the Sultan.
#1 Another star is not required
For a manager that hates star power, adding a player who has a galaxy named after him is...absurd!
Mourinho prefers hard-working men and warriors. He likes players who make the team tick, rather tan hog the limelight. Nemanja Matic, Alvaro Arbeloa and Xabi Alonso, to name a few, were players who were the manager's most reliable.
Mourinho is still trying to extract the best from Pogba and Sanchez, so it's safe to assume Ronaldo won't be heading to Old Trafford.
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