CRISTIANO RONALDO has KO’d David Beckham’s attempt to lure him to new club Inter Miami.
Former Manchester United and England star Beckham last week sung the praises of Juventus ace Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, admitting any club would love to sign him.
On hold: Ronaldo not keen on call from BecksCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Owner Beckham’s Inter Miami are desperate for a big name to kickstart their first season in the MLS.
But legend Ronaldo poured cold water on the idea he could leave the Serie A champs any time soon.
He told Sky Sports news: “I’m happy. I’m at the best club in Italy, I’m playing alongside the best players.
“I’m happy we won trophies last year – and this year I hope to win as well.
“As an individual I am happy. I went to Juventus to score goals and do my best.”
Beckham has started new MLS club Inter MiamiCredit: USA TODAY Sports
Ronaldo is 35 and many players line up a lucrative final pay day in the States, with the MLS keen to land big names to boost the sport’s fan base.
However Ronaldo’s Juve deal runs until 2022 and, despite passing the astonishing milestone of 1,000 appearances last weekend, the Portugal hero has not lost any of the hunger that has fuelled his glittering career.
He said: “It’s a good achievement. One thousand games means that dedication, hard work and talent pays off.
“It is not easy to do 1,000 games at 35 years old. I’m so happy. It’s nice but I hope to play hundreds more.”
Former Three Lions skipper Beckham, 44, enjoyed a spell with LA Galaxy after making his name at United and Real Madrid.
And he has bravely taken the decision to start his own MLS franchise in Florida.
The club paid £12million for Mexico midfielder Rodolfo Pizarro and snapped up Celtic winger Lewis Morgan.
Beckham said: “Have we got aspirations of bringing big-name players? Of course we do.
“If we have the opportunity to do that, then great, but we’re more than happy with the roster we have.
“We have young players and a couple of experienced players. But going forward, who knows?”
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
