Cristiano Ronaldo wants to join a Champions League challenger and would accept pay cut – Paper Round

Tuchel not sold on Ronaldo Cristiano Ronaldo’s desire to join a team capable of challenging for the Champions League next season means he would be willing to accept a pay cut, the Independent reports. The forward is said to be earning at least £500,000 per week at Manchester United, but prospective clubs are not willing to match this salary for the 37-year-old. Ronaldo’s preferred options include Chelsea, Bayern Munich and PSG, while agent Jorge Mendes has also spoken to Barcelona.

It remains to be seen, however, which clubs will make an approach, while United have stated they are unwilling to sell. The Sun, meanwhile, claim new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly wants Ronaldo, but Thomas Tuchel is not sold on the idea. Ad/> /> TransfersChelsea offered chance to sign Ronaldo and Neymar — report10 HOURS AGO Paper Round’s view: It’s a bit late, Ronny.

As mentioned already, he is throwing United’s pre-season into disarray when he could have easily stated his desire to leave closer to the end of last season, when it was clear there were not going to make the Champions League. Now, clubs have already looked elsewhere, and Ronaldo is seemingly struggling to find a club that both wants him and could compete for the Champions League. ** Spurs consider Depay Fresh from signing Richarlison last week, Tottenham are exploring the possibility of signing Memphis Depay from Barcelona, Sport in Spain reports.

It is no secret that Barca are looking to drum up cash this summer, and the club are reportedly willing to accept offers just north of €20m for the Dutchman. Spurs have shown an interest and asked about Depay during their talks with Barca over Clement Lenglet, but it could all depend on the names the Spanish club are able to get in. Both