Just as Manchester United 's summer transfer plans were beginning to take shape, the Red Devils have been rocked by the revelation that Cristiano Ronaldo has requested to leave.
Having seen their pursuit of Barcelona 's Frenkie de Jong become something of a slog, United look to have made a breakthrough on that front, while also agreeing a deal for fellow Dutchman and Feyenoord full-back Tyrell Malacia. A more pressing concern appears to have now arisen, however.
It seems United have a battle on their hands to keep their talisman following reports that Ronaldo has asked to leave Old Trafford this summer. Elsewhere, the Red Devils are understood to have submitted an opening bid for Ajax 's Lisandro Martinez, while Chelsea are thoughts to be waiting in the wings for De Jong.
