Cristiano Ronaldo's dig at Man Utd says it all as retirement plans made clear

Cristiano Ronaldo's plans after retirement

Cristiano Ronaldo has once again taken aim at Manchester United, hinting at his possible post-retirement ambitions. His latest remarks have sparked speculation that he may choose to buy a football club instead of stepping into management.

Criticism of Manchester United leadership

The Portuguese forward criticized United’s leadership, expressing disappointment over their failure to restore the club’s former success. Ronaldo highlighted structural problems that he believes are holding the Red Devils back.

“Head coach Ruben Amorim can’t single-handedly turn things around,” Ronaldo said in a conversation with Piers Morgan.

Ruben Amorim, once Ronaldo’s teammate in the Portugal national team, admitted that “mistakes” had been made but stressed the importance of focusing on the team’s future instead of its past shortcomings.

Hints at future ownership

Reports suggest Ronaldo’s comments imply an interest in owning a football club after retiring, rather than pursuing a coaching role. Currently playing for Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, the 40-year-old is already known as football’s first billionaire player, according to Bloomberg.

Support for the ownership route

Former Liverpool striker Dean Saunders believes Ronaldo would prefer club ownership, as it offers more freedom and authority than coaching. Speaking on talkSPORT, Saunders noted that during his second spell at United, Ronaldo often appeared frustrated by his teammates’ professional attitude and effort levels.

“Owning a football club would give Ronaldo more control than managing one,” Saunders said.

Many observers see this potential move as a natural progression for one of the sport’s most ambitious figures, blending his love for the game with his sharp business acumen.

Author's Summary

Ronaldo’s recent criticism of Manchester United and talk of future ownership suggest he may trade coaching ambitions for a controlling role off the pitch after retirement.

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The Mirror The Mirror — 2025-11-07

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