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Stephen Killen & Josh Holland

Roy Keane agrees with Rio Ferdinand on Cristiano Ronaldo Man Utd exile amid Tottenham jibe

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has joined Rio Ferdinand in forming a defence for Cristiano Ronaldo's antics in mid-week against Tottenham Hotspur.

Ronaldo, 37, caused unrest at Old Trafford after refusing to come on before proceeding to walk down the tunnel and leave the stadium. As a result, Erik ten Hag decided to exclude the striker from his squad for today's trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea.

Many across the footballing world have slammed his actions and highlighted the impact it'll have on his future in Manchester, after reportedly wanting to leave the club in the summer transfer window. However, there has been some who have defended him.

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