Manchester United star reveals angry exchange with Cristiano Ronaldo during their time together

Manchester United star reveals angry exchange with Cristiano Ronaldo during their time together

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 08:18 - 30.05.2023

Christian Eriksen has revealed how he clashed with Cristiano Ronaldo during their time together at Manchester United.

Eriksen joined Man United last summer on a free transfer and spend the first few months of the season as Ronaldo's teammate before the Portuguese legend left the club under controversial circumstances.

Christian Eriksen celebrates after scoring for Manchester United

Ronaldo has since moved on to join Al-Nassr in the Saudi League but Eriksen recalls an incident during their time together.

Eriksen on clash with Cristiano Ronaldo

In a free-kick masterclass for the Manchester United website, Eriksen explained why he clashed with CR7 at the start of last season.

Eriksen told former Man United midfielder Owen Hargreaves: "Now at the club, we have multiple takers who, if he's had a good day, he's going to take it" 

Eriksen and Ronaldo clashed over a free-kick

"Myself, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, and before his exit, Cristiano Ronaldo.

"'I did take one, instead of letting Ronaldo take it and it was clear that he wasn't too happy with that!"

Up next for Man United 

Erik ten Hag's men concluded the Premier League campaign with a 2-1 home win against Fulham and now turn their attention to the FA Cup final against Manchester City at Wembley.

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