Cristiano Ronaldo was overruled by Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag in his demands to sign a central striker this summer.
The Portuguese star wants to leave United just one year after his return to Old Trafford after having a change in heart over his future at the club. It comes as Ronaldo's outlined transfer demand was not fulfilled this summer with the 37-year-old subsequently plotting a departure.
Edinson Cavani was among a glut of first-team exits from the club this summer – hastening the need to bring in a new forward. However, Darwin Nunez, who had been strongly linked to United prior to the transfer window opening, opted to join Liverpool.
