Man United 'make contact with Paulo Dybala's agent'

Manchester United have approached Paulo Dybala's agent in an effort to sign the Argentine forward, according to reports.

The Red Devils were handed a shock on Saturday when star man Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his desire to leave Old Trafford ahead of next season.

The Portuguese striker is frustrated by the club's lack of transfer activity this summer and has reportedly disagreed with the decision to appoint three managers in quick succession following the sacking of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last November.

But Ronaldo is also eager to play in the Champions League again next campaign, having featured in the competition for the last 19 consecutive seasons.

New boss Erik ten Hag, who succeeded Michael Carrick's and Ralf Rangnick's temporary stints in the hotseat this summer, has yet to make a signing in the transfer window despite flirting with potential moves for Frenkie de Jong and Tyrell Malacia.

Video: Ronaldo asks Manchester United to be allowed to leave (Evening Standard)

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