Ronaldo linked with Madrid return

Spanish giants Real Madrid are reportedly plotting a sensational January reunion with Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Spanish giants are said to believe that Ralf Rangnick’s appointment has opened the door to a New Year raid for the Portugal legend.

A source close to the club has revealed Real Madrid are monitoring Ronaldo’s situation very closely and could swoop – if they are given any encouragement to do so.

The report states that the 36-year-old could move on as he is completely unsuited to the high-energy pressing game that Rangnick wants to implement.

Manchester United’s running and sprinting stats were up significantly in Rangnick’s first game in the charge, the 1-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Ronaldo played alongside Marcus Rashford in that game, with Rangnick opting for a new system. But the Red Devils, including Ronaldo, ran out of steam in the second half of the Palace clash, opening the door for a potential equaliser from the Eagles.

To that end, Rangnick is looking to get the team much fitter to allow them to utilise his style.