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      Argentina World Cup hero Carlos Roa snubbed transfer to Man Utd because he thought the world was going to END in 2000

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      CARLOS ROA refused to fix Manchester United’s goalkeeping problem at the turn of the century because he thought the world was about to END.The Red Devils struggled to replace Peter Schmeichel when the legendary Dane retired in 1999 but had eyed Mallorca and Argentina star Roa.
      Roa left football at the turn of the century to join a Seventh-day Adventist retreat with his familyCredit: AFP
      The goalkeeper caught the eye at World Cup 98 as Argentina reached the quarter-finals at England’s expenseCredit: Colorsport
      A year earlier, the shot-stopper dumped England out of the World Cup in France by denying David Batty and Paul Ince in their last-16 penalty shootout.
      But he dramatically retired at the age of 30 to join a religious retreat with his Seventh-day Adventist church amid prophecies of doom for the new Millenium.
      Roa told the Mirror: “At that time I was very attached to religion and Bible study. It was a difficult decision to make but at the same time thoughtful – and my family agreed with me.
      “Certain things happened that will never be known because they are personal and I could only speak to the most intimate people.
      “Many things were said back then out of ignorance and I was branded a thousand bad things.
      “The people of the club thought that I was going to go back and that they would recover a lot of money with that transfer that was about to happen.”

      What might have been may never particularly concern Roa, who insists he does not regret his decision to leave football.
      The 51-year-old eventually returned to see out his contractual obligations with Mallorca but his form suffered following the break.
      Manchester United, meanwhile, endured a trial-and-error spell between the sticks as Mark Bosnich, Raimond van der Gouw and Massimo Taibi were all tested during the Premier League winning season of 1999-2000.
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      Roa added: “Today, I still think that on a ­spiritual level it was a very good decision.
      “But in sporting terms it wasn’t – because I left football at the best moment of my career. I could have progressed a lot, with great contracts and the ­possibility of playing in England.
      “People will never understand it.
      “Back then they drove me crazy, they called me from all sides, and as much as I tried to explain my decision it was very difficult for them to understand.”
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      Cristiano Ronaldo’s second Man Utd debut to come vs Newcastle – but match WON’T be shown on TV

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is set to make his second Manchester United debut against Newcastle – but the game is NOT on TV.The Portuguese legend – who left Old Trafford for Real Madrid in 2009 – has re-joined United after a whirlwind 24 hours.
      Cristiano Ronaldo will take on Newcastle in his second Man Utd debut on September 11Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Ronaldo won’t be ready to make his second debut this weekend in United’s clash with Wolves.
      But he will be available for the home game against Newcastle following the international break on September 11.
      Unfortunately for fans, they won’t be able to watch the game live unless they’ve nabbed a ticket for the game at the Theatre of Dreams – with neither BT Sport nor Sky Sports showing it.
      The early kick-off between Crystal Palace and Tottenham – as well as the tea-time game involving Chelsea and Aston Villa – have instead been given the televised slots.
      United’s game remains a 3pm start, meaning fans will have to wait for Match of the Day to catch a glimpse of Ronaldo back in the Premier League.
      Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri only confirmed Ronaldo wanted to leave after three years, having joined from Madrid on Friday.

      And after Premier League champions City pulled out of the race, it gave United a clear sight to re-sign the club legend.
      They soon made contact with the player and Juve and quickly agreed a transfer fee and personal terms.
      Ronaldo, 36, with his agent Jorge Mendes flew into Lisbon where he was due to undergo a medical.
      According to Sky Sports News, the forward is most likely to be given an emotional welcome back to Old Trafford on September 11.
      United host Newcastle in the league, a team Ronaldo has NEVER lost to in his ten matches against them, drawing only once too.
      Current manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spent four years with Ronaldo from 2003-2007.
      And he made it clear he would welcome back the United icon and revealed international team-mate Bruno Fernandes had already been in touch.
      Cristiano Ronaldo pictured with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2006Credit: AFP
      Solskjaer said: “I didn’t think Cristiano was going to leave Juventus. But if ever he is going to move away from Juventus he knows we are here.
      “We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.
      “He is a legend of this club, the greatest players of all time if you ask me. So let’s see what happens with him.”
      Juve are believed to have wanted close to £25m for Ronaldo, who had a year left on his contract, but are thought to have receieved a package worth £21m.
      And with reports he was offered a three-year deal, United were quick to announce an agreement had been met between the clubs and player.
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      Georgina Rodriguez loves Cristiano Ronaldo’s Man Utd transfer as stunning Wag breaks silence on move

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez has broken her silence about her partner’s return to Manchester United.United have confirmed they reached an agreement with Juventus to re-sign Ronaldo after the star forward informed Bianconeri manager Massimiliano Allegri that he is leaving.
      Georgina Rodriguez will be following Cristiano Ronaldo on his return to Manchester UnitedCredit: Instagram
      Georgina Rodriguez is very pleased with Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United
      The Red Devils appear to have paid a fee in the region of £21million for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, which caps a stunning summer transfer window that has seen the Manchester giants landing Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane and Tom Heaton.
      And Rodriguez appears to be ecstatic by this development as she took to social media to express her joy.
      The Spanish-Argentine model posted a story on Instagram in which she shared United’s announcement and filled it with heart emojis.
      The 27-year-old then shared Ronaldo’s farewell to Juventus where he spent three years following his arrival from Real Madrid.
      She captioned it with the following statement: “Thanks for all, family.”
      Ronaldo returns to the same place that made him a superstar 12 years after leaving for Real.

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      The Portugal international registered a total of 118 goals and 69 assists in 292 appearances across all competitions during his first six-year spell at United.
      The 36-year-old also won three Premier League titles, one FA Cup and the 2008 Champions League.
      United announced: “Manchester United is delighted to confirm that the club has reached agreement with Juventus for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo, subject to agreement of personal terms, visa and medical.

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      “Cristiano, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, has so far won over 30 major trophies during his career, including five UEFA Champions League titles, four FIFA Club World Cups, seven league titles in England, Spain and Italy, and the European Championship for his native Portugal.
      “In his first spell for Manchester United, he scored 118 goals in 292 games.
      “Everyone at the club looks forward to welcoming Cristiano back to Manchester.”
      Georgina Rodriguez is very pleased with Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester UnitedCredit: Instagram @georginagio
      Spanish model Georgina Rodriguez has become a social media star in her own right
      Georgina Rodriguez and Cristiano Ronaldo bid farewell to Juventus
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      Man Utd legend Patrice Evra shares Cristiano Ronaldo WhatsApp messages confirming he would return to ‘our club’

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      PATRICE EVRA has shared WhatsApp messages from Cristiano Ronaldo who confirmed he would return to ‘our club’. Left-back Evra spent three years with the forward, from 2006-2009 in a period where they won the Champions League and Premier League together.
      Patrice Evra pictured with Cristiano Ronaldo in 2007Credit: EPA
      Patrice Evra’s WhatsApp messages with Cristiano RonaldoCredit: Instergram patrice.evra
      But the defender will now watch as a fan after Ronaldo completed a stunning move back to Old Trafford.
      And in a private text shared by Evra, the Old Trafford legends discussed the transfer return.
      Ronaldo, 36, wrote: “Im gonna play in our club.”
      Evra, 40, captioned the post: “People have to calm down sometimes!!!
      “He say he’s coming home relaxxx man now i can post it. BIGGEST TRANSFER IN FOOTBALL HISTORY.”
      It comes after the announcement Ronaldo – who left Old Trafford for Real Madrid in 2009 – has re-joined United after a whirlwind 24 hours.

      Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri only today confirmed Ronaldo wanted to leave after three years, having joined from Madrid.
      And after Premier League champions City pulled out of the race, it gave United a clear sight to re-sign the club legend.
      Former Old Trafford legends of the past were said to have bombarded Ronaldo with messages until 1am begging him to return and snub City.
      United soon made contact with the player and Juve and quickly agreed a transfer fee and personal terms.
      Ronaldo with his agent Jorge Mendes flew into Lisbon where he was due to undergo a medical.
      According to Sky Sports News, the forward is most likely to be given an emotional welcome back to Old Trafford on September 11.
      United host Newcastle in the league, a team Ronaldo has NEVER lost to in his ten matches against them, drawing only once too.
      “We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Cristiano Ronaldo
      Current manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spent four years with Ronaldo from 2003-2007.
      And he made it clear he would welcome back the United icon and revealed international team-mate Bruno Fernandes had already been in touch.
      Solskjaer said: “I didn’t think Cristiano was going to leave Juventus. But if ever he is going to move away from Juventus he knows we are here.
      “We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.
      “He is a legend of this club, the greatest players of all time if you ask me. So let’s see what happens with him.”
      Juve are believed to have wanted close to £25m for Ronaldo, who had a year left on his contract, but settled for £21m.
      And with reports he was offered a three-year deal, United were quick to announce an agreement had been met between the clubs and player.
      Cristiano Ronaldo pictured with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2006Credit: AFP More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo’s second Man Utd debut to come vs Newcastle – and amazing record shows Toon fans should be terrified

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is set to make his second Manchester United debut against Newcastle after he completed a sensational return. The Portuguese legend – who left Old Trafford for Real Madrid in 2009 – has re-joined United after a whirlwind 24 hours.
      Cristiano Ronaldo pictured against Newcastle in 2008Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri only today confirmed Ronaldo wanted to leave after three years, having joined from Madrid.
      And after Premier League champions City pulled out of the race, it gave United a clear sight to re-sign the club legend.
      They soon made contact with the player and Juve and quickly agreed a transfer fee and personal terms.
      Ronaldo, 36, with his agent Jorge Mendes flew into Lisbon where he was due to undergo a medical.
      According to Sky Sports News, the forward is most likely to be given an emotional welcome back to Old Trafford on September 11.
      United host Newcastle in the league, a team Ronaldo has NEVER lost to in his ten matches against them, drawing only once too.

      Current manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spent four years with Ronaldo from 2003-2007.
      And he made it clear he would welcome back the United icon and revealed international team-mate Bruno Fernandes had already been in touch.
      Solskjaer said: “I didn’t think Cristiano was going to leave Juventus. But if ever he is going to move away from Juventus he knows we are here.
      “We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.
      “He is a legend of this club, the greatest players of all time if you ask me. So let’s see what happens with him.”
      Juve are believed to have wanted close to £25m for Ronaldo, who had a year left on his contract, but are thought to have receieved a package worth £21m.
      And with reports he was offered a three-year deal, United were quick to announce an agreement had been met between the clubs and player.
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      Man Utd to hold Cristiano Ronaldo’s medical in Lisbon after ‘making official contract offer’ ahead of emotional transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have launched an official bid to sensationally re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo with a medical to follow in Lisbon. The Old Trafford legend informed current club Juventus of his desire to leave after three years in Italy.
      Man Utd have launched an official bid to sensationally re-sign Cristiano RonaldoCredit: Sky Sports
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s private jet lands in LisbonCredit: Sky Sports
      Cristiano Ronaldo and current Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer pictured in 2006Credit: AFP
      Initially, his agent held talks with City over a possible move but the Premier League champions ruled themselves out without making an offer.
      Attention then soon shifted to United after their manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer – Ronaldo’s former team-mate – opened the door for a transfer.
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, Juve have received an offer from United, who are ready to find an agreement.
      With Ronaldo hoping to resolve his future immediately, he has arrived in Lisbon to complete a medical after he flew via private jet.
      Ronaldo, 36, signed for Juve in 2018 from Real Madrid for £99million but has been linked with a move away all summer.
      He was even rumoured with a return to the Spanish capital, forcing himself and Real boss Carlo Ancelotti to distance themselves from the speculation.

      But it was this week revealed Ronaldo informed his agent Jorge Mendes to facilitate a move away from Juve.
      He missed their season opener against Udinese, which ended 2-2, and manager Max Allegri confirmed the forward wanted out.
      Allegri said: “Yesterday Cristiano told me that he has no intention of continuing at Juventus.
      “This is why he will not be called up tomorrow, he did not train yesterday and now we can talk about [the] Empoli [game]. That is most important.”
      Ronaldo then boarded a private jet with Mendes after saying goodbye to his team-mates.
      But news then broke that City – after a striker after failing to land Tottenham’s Harry Kane – pulled out of the race to sign the Portugal captain.
      Yesterday Cristiano told me that he has no intention of continuing at Juventus.Juventus manager Max Allegri
      United then made a move and Solskjaer, who spent four years playing with Ronaldo, revealed Bruno Fernandes had already been in touch with his international team-mate.
      He said: I didn’t think Cristiano was going to leave Juventus. But if ever he is going to move away from Juventus he knows we are here.
      “We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.
      “He is a legend of this club, the greatest players of all time if you ask me. So let’s see what happens with him.”
      Juve are said to be looking for around £25m for the attacker, who has one-year left on his contract which sees him earn close to £540,000-a-week.
      The latest news is that United have offered Ronaldo a deal until 2023, with paperworks to be gone over soon now Juve had had an offer sent.
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      Cristiano Ronaldo ‘wants stunning transfer to Man City’ as Man Utd icon eyes Juventus exit with Harry Kane move stalling

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is looking to ‘engineer’ a stunning move to Manchester City, reports in France have claimed. According to L’equipe, the former Manchester United forward has had his representatives contact Premier League champions City.
      Cristiano Ronaldo is looking to ‘engineer’ a stunning move to Manchester City, reports in France have claimedCredit: Getty
      It comes amid speculation Ronaldo has asked to leave Juventus after three years in Italy.
      He was left out of their Serie A opener against Udinese over the weekend, which ended 2-2.
      Although the five-time Ballon d’Or winner did come on to score an injury-time winner – only for it to be disallowed by VAR.
      Juve vice president Pavel Nedved attempted to play down the exclusion after the game.
      Nedved said: “We are not going to try to create sensationalist stories when there are none.
      “It was a decision we shared with the player. At the beginning of the season, he is naturally not at top form.”
      Reports also linked Ronaldo with a move back to Real Madrid, from whom he joined Juve in a £99million deal.

      But bizarrely, Bernabeu boss Carlo Ancelotti personally tweeted to distance himself with signing the forward, who he managed from 2013-2015.
      Ancelotti posted: “Cristiano is a Real Madrid legend and he has all my love and respect. I have never considered signing him. We look forward.”
      Ronaldo, 36, also looked to ease some of the speculation about his future on social media and appeared to commit himself to Juve.
      He wrote: “As well as this most recent episode in Spain, there have been frequent news and stories associating me with a number of clubs in many different Leagues, with nobody ever being concerned about trying to find out the actual truth.
      “I’m breaking my silence now to say that I can’t allow people to keep playing around with my name.
      “I remain focused on my career and in my work, committed and prepared for all the challenges that I have to face. Everything else?
      “Everything else is just talk.”
      Ronaldo’s full statement on his future Anyone who knows me is aware of how focused I am on my work. Less talk and more action, this has been my guiding motto since the start of my career.
      However, in view of everything that’s been said and written recently, I have to set out my position
      More than the disrespect for me as a man and as a player, the frivolous way that my future is covered in the media is disrespectful to all the clubs involved in these rumours, as well as to their players and staff.
      My story at Real Madrid has been written. It’s been recorded. In words and numbers, in trophies and titles, in records and in headlines. It’s in the Museum at the Bernabeu Stadium and it’s also in the minds of every fan of the club.
      And beyond what I achieved, I remember that in those nine years I had a relationship of deep affection and respect for “merengue afición”, an affection and respect that I retain to this day, and that I will always cherish.
      I know that the true Real Madrid fans will continue to have me in their hearts, and I will have them in mine.
      As well as this most recent episode in Spain, there have been frequent news and stories associating me with a number of clubs in many different Leagues, with nobody ever being concerned about trying to find out the actual truth.
      I’m breaking my silence now to say that I can’t allow people to keep playing around with my name.
      I remain focused on my career and in my work, committed and prepared for all the challenges that I have to face.
      Everything else? Everything else is just talk.

      Despite the statement, still Ronaldo has been linked with a move away from Italy, and City are the latest side rumoured to be a potential suitor.
      The English champions have spent the summer trying to sign England captain Harry Kane, 28, from Tottenham.
      But Spurs appear unwilling to let their star man leave for anything less the £160m, despite the striker believing he had a ‘gentleman’s agreement’ with chief Daniel Levy that he could go.
      Reports now claim Ronaldo wants to capitalise on the situation and offer himself as a potential solution for City’s problems.
      That is despite the six years he spent at Old Trafford having signed as an 18-year-old in 2003.
      The report claims Ronaldo has even spoken to international team-mates about Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias and Joao Cancelo about joining them at City.
      City are not believed to be interested in a deal, even though the Portuguese superstar could come relatively cheaply, having only a year left on his Juve deal.
      Kane is said to still want a move to the Etihad, but did make his return to Spurs’ squad in their 1-0 win over Wolves on the weekend.
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      Man Utd ‘interested in Ruben Neves transfer from Wolves’ as Solskjaer looks continue spree in title assault

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, reports say. They have already completed the £73million signing of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund and Raphael Varane, who cost £42m from Real Madrid.
      Man Utd are interested in signing Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves, reports sayCredit: Rex
      But according to 90min, United are interested in bolstering their options in the middle of the park.
      And it is claimed Wolves’ Neves, 24, is a target for Old Trafford boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      His Portuguese team-mate Bruno Fernandes, 26, is said to be keen on the deal.
      United have previously been linked with Eduardo Camavinga, 18, of Rennes and Atletico Madrid’s Saul Niguez, 26.
      But Neves has been rumoured to be pushing to leave Wolves all summer, with Arsenal also believed to be admirers.
      United’s chase for a midfielder comes amid speculation Paul Pogba, 28, could be looking to leave the club with just one year left on his contract.

      But boss Solskjaer has insisted the 2018 French World Cup winner is going nowhere.
      He said: “I expect him to be here when September 1 comes.”
      Solskjaer then added: “Paul, he’s enjoying his football.
      “And I’ve said many times, my job is to make sure we’re getting the best out of Paul and all the individuals.
      “For me, to make players stay at Man United, when you see a good squad and get good results, that helps.
      “We want to win things and I want to take this team to the next level.”
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