Cristiano Ronaldo is technically unemployed.
After his release from Manchester United this week, the 37-year-old is looking for a new club. He will, on Thursday, makes his World Cup 2022 bow with Portugal.
Centre stage as ever, Ronaldo conducted an interview with Piers Morgan earlier this month which ultimately led to his Old Trafford departure.
Ronaldo told Morgan he did not respect United coach Erik Ten Hag and claimed "zero progress" had been made at the club since he left for Real Madrid in 2009.
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A statement from the Old Trafford club this week confirmed he would be leaving with immediate effect.
"Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect," it read.
"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.
"Everyone at Manchester United remains focused on continuing the team’s progress under Erik ten Hag and working together to deliver success on the pitch."
After the World Cup, where will the former Real Madrid play his football? This is where the bookmakers think he may turn up...
Ronaldo next club odds
Chelsea - 3/1
Sporting Lisbon - 10/3
Any MLS club - 6/1
Newcastle United - 8/1
Bayern Munich - 10/1
Real Madrid - 14/1
Roma - 16/1
Napoli - 16/1
PSG - 20/1
Arsenal - 33/1
Odds courtesy of bet365, correct at time of publishing. Please gamble responsibly
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