Cristiano Ronaldo could be testing Erik ten Hag's nerve with his latest update in what looks to be a similar tactic to one he deployed while under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's rule.
Despite relentless speculation surrounding the 37-year-old's future after he made clear he wants to leave the club, Ronaldo has now informed the new boss he is ready to play in United's opening game of the Premier League season at home to Brighton.
Ronaldo missed the bulk of United's pre-season campaign and cited 'family reasons' as the explanation behind his absence. Yet, with limited game-time under his belt, he has told Ten Hag he wants to play against the Seagulls on Sunday.