Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's philosophy on his starting line-up may well see Cristiano Ronaldo recalled from the bench sooner rather than later.
As the September 1 transfer deadline rushes into view, time for the club and Ronaldo to decide on his future at United is vanishing in front of them. The MEN reported earlier in the week that Napoli have held discussions with Ronaldo's agent as the Italian giants look to secure the services of the 37-year-old this summer.
After Ten Hag made the decision to drop Ronaldo to the bench against Liverpool, and subsequently Southampton, the speculation over the Portuguese international's future has intensified. There is no doubting that all parties want to find a resolution to the saga that has rumbled on for months - what that outcome looks like however is still to be seen.
