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Erik ten Hag launches latest attack on Cristiano Ronaldo: Former Man United boss claims Portugal star’s career was OVER by time he joined Juventus

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has taken another swipe at Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming the Portugal icon's career was already over by the time he returned to Old Trafford.

By BEN WILLCOCKS · Daily Mail

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 5:34 PM

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Erik ten Hag claimed Cristiano Ronaldo's elite career was effectively over from his time at Juventus onwards.
Ten Hag stated on ESPN that Ronaldo was unable to prioritize the team over himself at Manchester United.
The former United manager praised Real Madrid for timing Ronaldo's departure perfectly before his performance levels declined.

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Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has criticized Cristiano Ronaldo, stating the forward's career was over after joining Juventus. Speaking on ESPN, Ten Hag claimed that Ronaldo was unable to deliver for the last seven or eight years and failed to make way for the team during his second spell at Old Trafford.

Ten Hag also commended Real Madrid for selling Ronaldo at the right time before his decline. The comments come alongside Ten Hag's recent criticisms of Manchester United's board, which drew a public rebuke from former United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel.

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