Cristiano Ronaldo asks to leave Manchester United: Seven clubs who could buy him

Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-spell at Manchester United looks to be over, with the 37-year-old reportedly seeking a fresh challenge, despite having only returned to Old Trafford last summer in a £12.9 million ($15.6m) move from Juventus.

The Portuguese talisman is keen to play in the Champions League, something his current employers cannot offer, with Europa League football on the agenda next season for Erik ten Hag’s side.

Ronaldo is hopeful the club will not stand in his way should they receive a satisfactory offer.

After netting 24 goals in 38 games last campaign, including 18 in the PremierLeague, he was the third-highest scorer in the English top flight, showing he still has what it takes at the top.

So, where could he end up?

It would certainly be a surprise to see Ronaldo plying his trade in a Sky Blue shirt, but stranger things have happened.

Before his move back to Manchester United, the forward was on the verge of a switch to the Etihad Stadium, before United intervened at the last minute to re-sign their former star.

Pep Guardiola’s side recently moved to secure the services of forward Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund,

Gabriel Jesus, who is on the brink of joining Arsenal, and Raheem Sterling continues to be linked with a move away, suggesting the City boss could be targeting another forward - and it could be Ronaldo.

Former River Plate striker Julian Alvarez will link-up with City this summer, and Ronaldo could well be the one to help the Argentinian discover his form in the Premier League.

Thomas Tuchel’s Blues can offer Ronaldo Champions League football next season, having ended last season third in the Premier League.

Chelsea are keen to bolster their forward line, having seen Romelu Lukaku leave to