Top team eyes Ronaldo following United exit

As news of Cristiano Ronaldo's mutual exit from Manchester United induces shock waves and reactions around the world, a few clubs are celebrating the situation. The news of Ronaldo's exit hit the media earlier today when United release a statement on its website.

Ronaldo, who was United's top scorer last season with 24 goals has been subjected to a peripheral this season under new manager Erik Ten Hag who has a preference for much younger players to bring out his style of play as opposed to the Portuguese.

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His exit from Old Trafford signal the green light to a team in London, who have been circling United for the opportunity to sign the legendary striker as a part of their new ownership vision. Chelsea was reported interested in doing a deal for him in the summer but eventually didn't approach.

Chelsea's new owner is reported still be very much interested in doing a deal for the 37-year-old striker and will see his free agency as an opportunity to go ahead with discussion with Ronaldo's camp. Ronaldo was rumored to be okay with a switch to London last summer.

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With Ronaldo now available on the free agent market, Chelsea will be expected to take the initiative to start talks with and use their Champions League involvement as a bargaining chip. Ronaldo has always been a Champions League regular until last season when United failed to qualify for the competition once sparking rumors of his possible exit.