Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo said on Thursday that he has been “the same professional” for 20 years after being removed from the Chelsea encounter by Manchester United.
“As I have always done in my career, I try to live and play respectfully towards teammates, opponents and coaches. That has not changed, I have not changed. I am the same person, the same professional, that I have been.” in elite football, and respect has always played an important role in my decision-making process,” the Portuguese national team “captain” wrote on the social network Instagram.
In that publication, the 37-year-old attacker, one of the “legends” of the “red devils” but who is going through hard times in England after trying to leave the decal, emphasizes that it is sometimes “not possible” on all occasions “a set an example for the young”, because “the heat of the moment dominates”.
“Now I feel like I have to keep working hard at Carrington [o centro de treinos do clube em Manchester]support my teammates and be prepared for anything, whatever the game,” he added.
So, and since “giving in to pressure is not and never was an option”, he hopes to remain “united” with the club. “We’ll be back together soon,” he added.
“Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of Manchester United’s squad for the Premier League game against Chelsea. The rest of the squad is fully focused on preparing for that game,” a note United released today reads.
After not being let go by Dutch coach Erik ten Hag, the Portuguese international left Old Trafford’s field on Wednesday before the end of the game against Tottenham (2-0), also in the English League, when they were not even there yet. expired. minutes.
This season, 37-year-old Ronaldo has played just 12 games, of which he was the starter – four in the Europa League – and scored two goals.
Source: DN
