Carlo Ancelotti has reaffirmed his belief that Cristiano Ronaldo will retire at Real Madrid and not return to former club Manchester United.
Portugal international Ronaldo rose to prominence at Old Trafford, winning three Premier League titles, the FA Cup and the UEFA Champions League during his six-year stay in Manchester.
The Ballon d’Or holder has since cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players in the world during his time at the Santiago Bernabeu and 29-year-old is in sensational form this season with 15 Liga goals in just seven appearances.
However, there have been persistent rumours that Ronaldo may seek a return to United, with the player himself suggesting that he could one day once more ply his trade for the club.
Real coach Ancelotti does not foresee that possibility, though, and suggested the club’s relationship with Ronaldo is excellent.
“Everyone can be changed and replaced but Ronaldo is the best player in the world. If he left Madrid it would be a huge loss,” he told The Sun.
“But that won’t happen because he will end his career in Madrid.
“I am 100 per cent sure Ronaldo won’t be at Manchester United next season, 100 per cent. I can’t be wrong because he is happy in Madrid. Everyone wants to be here.
“The club is delighted to have the best player in the world. At the moment the relationship between club and player is perfect.
“So I don’t think that is going to change. Ronaldo will end his career at Real Madrid.”
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