Bayern Munich CEO Oliver Kahn has confirmed that his club held discussions over signing Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer - but opted against a move.
Ronaldo, 37, was intent on departing United after his high-profile return from Juventus the previous year did not go to plan. Despite netting 24 goals across all competitions last season, United's collective form nosedived and they finished a distant sixth in the Premier League.
The Portuguese superstar was left "upset" at seeing his pay slashed at Man United after each member of the squad was hit with a 25 per cent cut to their weekly wage due to the club's failure to qualify for the Champions League. Yet Ronaldo was unable to secure an exit, with no side willing to meet his wage demands and guarantee him regular football.
