Cristiano Ronaldo at 40: What ex-Man United star said about marrying Georgina Rodriguez
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have been an item for nearly a decade, yet it appears the Manchester United icon hasn't yet popped the question. The couple first crossed paths in 2016 at a Gucci store in Madrid, and according to the man himself, it was 'magical' love at first sight.
Fast forward nine years, and they are parents to two children, with Argentina-born Rodriguez also playing the role of stepmother to Ronaldo's other three kids. Despite their relationship progressing steadily, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is frequently questioned about his plans to tie the knot.
As Ronaldo approaches his 40th birthday, we delve into all the rumours and potential marriage hints from the former Real Madrid and Juventus star, including his early love-filled admissions, a tell-all meeting with Piers Morgan, and speculation that he and Rodriguez may have secretly wed.
Reports emerged just two years into their relationship, shortly after Ronaldo and his family's high-profile move to Turin, that he had proposed. Photos from the 2018 World Cup seemed to validate claims made by newspaper Correio da Manha that Ronaldo had popped the question.
Images captured during Portugal's 1-0 group stage victory over Morocco showed Rodriguez sporting what was reportedly a £615,000 Cartier ring, sparking speculation about an engagement.
However, these rumours were quickly quashed, Ronaldo dismissing them that December, with Rodriguez telling Spanish magazine Hola!: "What if Cristiano asked me to marry him? Not for now, but I would love to."
Despite previous speculation being debunked, Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed in a candid 2019 interview with Morgan that he is indeed considering marriage, reports the Mirror.
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