Cristiano Ronaldo says bye to Manchester United after explosive interview: A timeline of his 2nd stint
Ronaldo in a controversial television interview had said that said he felt "betrayed" by the club. (Photo: AFP)
Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United has finally come to an end. Ronaldo is to leave United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect, the club announced on Tuesday (November 22).
Ronaldo, a legend of the English football club, last week in a controversial television interview on TalkTV had said that said he felt "betrayed" by the club and that he had no respect for new manager Erik ten Hag.
"The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future," the statement from the club said.
Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 22, 2022
The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford.#MUFC
A turbulent second spell: We take a look at the timeline
August 27, 2021: Manchester United announce an agreement with Juventus to bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford.
September 11, 2021: Ronaldo makes his second debut at United; scores a brace against Newcastle United at home.
September 29, 2021: Ronaldo breaks the record for the most appearances (178) in Champions League.
November 21, 2021: After 5-0 home defeat to Liverpool and a 2-0 loss to City, United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is sacked.
November 29, 2021: Ralf Rangnick is appointed as United's interim manager.
December 2, 2021: Ronaldo scores twice in a 3-2 win over Arsenal, netting his 800th and 801st goals in his career for club and country.
February 15, 2022: A goal in a 2-0 win over Brighton and Hove Albion ends the longest drought of Ronaldo's career.
March 12, 2022: Ronaldo scores a hat-trick on his return in a 3-2 win over Tottenham.
April, 2022: Ronaldo scores a a hat-trick against Norwich City and scores his 100th Premier League
April 23: Ronaldo and his partner announce the death of their newborn son.
April 21, 2022: Erik ten Hag is appointed as United's new manager for 2022-23 season.
May 22, 2022: United's 2021-22 season ends with sixth-place finish, forcing them to settle for Europa League instead of CHampions League.
July 11, 2022: During Summer Transfer Window, Ten Hag insists Ronaldo is "not for sale".
July 31, 2022: Ronaldo leaves early during United's pre-season friendly. Ten Hag slams says it is "not acceptable".
October 2, 2022: Ronaldo is left on the bench in the 6-3 loss to Manchester City.
October 19, 2022: Ronaldo refuses to enter the game against Tottenham as a substitute, walks down the tunnel. He is suspended by the club three days later.
October 20, 2022: Ronaldo apologises for his behaviour.
November 13, 2022: Ronaldo is absent from their squad for the final game before the World Cup break,
November 14: Clips from his TV interview to Piers Morgan are released.
November 16-17, 2022: In a two-part interview with Piers Morgan, Ronaldo criticises the club management the coach and says that he feels disrespected at the club. He also said that the owners, the Glazer family, do not care about the club.
November 18, 2022: United say they will take "appropriate steps" in response to Ronaldo's comments.
November 21, 2022: Ronaldo in a PC says: "I don't have to worry what others think. I talk when I want to."
November 22, 2022: United announce Ronaldo is to leave the club with "immediate effect".
Glazers to sell Manchester United? The Glazer family, who own the Manchester United, on Tuesday announced they are open to selling the club. The club said it is "exploring strategic alternatives," including new investment or a full sale.
"The process is designed to enhance the club's future growth, with the ultimate goal of positioning the club to capitalize on opportunities both on the pitch and commercially. As part of this process, the board will consider all strategic alternatives, including new investment into the club, a sale, or other transactions involving the company," the club's statement read.