Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been told he needs to sign a player like Ruud van Nistelrooy - who would act as the perfect replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ronaldo saw his Old Trafford exit confirmed last week, days after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan that inflicted irreparable damage on his United career. The 37-year-old openly admitted he "doesn't respect" Ten Hag and blasted the way the Red Devils are run before claiming owners the Glazer family don't care about football.
As a result, United sought to terminate the contract of the five-time Ballon d'Or winner - something Ronaldo appeared more than comfortable with, such was his desire to leave. In turn, Ten Hag is now on the lookout for a forward to fill the Ronaldo-shaped void in his side's front-line.
