Cristiano Ronaldo has received his first transfer offer since his Manchester United exit was confirmed on Tuesday night - from a mischievous non-league team who are willing to pay the Portuguese superstar a 'club record' £35-a-week.
Ronaldo's sudden departure from Old Trafford was confirmed in a short statement from the club less than a week after the full airing of his explosive, unsanctioned interview with Piers Morgan. During the 90 minute chat, Ronaldo took aim at Erik ten Hag and the Glazer family, making his position at the club virtually untenable.
The 37-year-old has now left United, via mutual consent, with "immediate effect" - meaning the striker is now free to join another club whenever he wishes.
Although Ronaldo is unlikely to resolve his domestic future while Portugal are still at the World Cup, the former Juventus star has received his first offer since leaving United.
AFC Crewe of the 14th tier Crewe and District League Premier Division have jokingly shared their desire to snare the five-time Ballon d'Or winner - and they're even prepared to break the bank to do so.
The non-league minnows tweeted : "We can confirm that the club has made an official approach to sign free agent Cristiano Ronaldo on a one year deal. Should Cristiano accept the offer, he would become AFC Crewe's highest paid player, taking home £35 per week."
While it seems unlikely that Ronaldo will take AFC Crewe up on their generous offer, the veteran forward will be hopeful of sorting his future sooner rather than later.
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Manchester United confirmed that an agreement had been reached to terminate the final six months of Ronaldo's deal in a short statement on Tuesday night. It read: "Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect.
"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."
Ronaldo responded to the news with a statement of his own via social media. Writing in response, he said: "Following conversations with Manchester United we have mutually agreed to end our contract early.
"I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change. However, it feels like the right time for me to seek a new challenge.
"I wish the team every success for the remainder of the season and for the future."
