Erik Ten Hag revealed the truth about his fall out with Cristiano Ronaldo
\n\nErik Ten Hag lifted the lid on his controversial saga with Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United, which led to the five-time Ballon d'Or winner leaving the club. The ex-Red Devils manager accused the Portuguese of letting down the team and claimed he did not train properly, which meant his fitness levels were not at the required levels.
\n\nRecalling his strained relationship with Ronaldo, Ten Hag claimed that he flew to Portugal to meet him after his appointment. The Dutchman claimed the decision to keep Ronaldo away from the starting XI was made in the best interest of the team. He also revealed that he had multiple conversations with the 2008 Champions League winner but to not avail.
\n\n“He let the team down, and he let me down, because we planned with him. flew out to Portugal to speak with him about what I was aiming for before I came to United. Obviously, he’s one of the best in football history. I respected him a lot. But at that time, as a manager, I had to make a rational decision and keep the players I admire in.
\n\n“I…
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