Manchester United receive record bid for Ronaldo from Real Madrid

Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 5:36 pm

Manchester United receive record bid for Ronaldo from Real Madrid LONDON : Manchester United said on Thursday they have received a world record 80 million pound ($131.2 million) bid for forward Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid.

“At Cristiano’s request – who has again expressed his desire to leave – and after discussion with the player’s representatives, United have agreed to give Real Madrid permission to talk to the player,” a statement on the United website said.

“Matters are expected to be concluded by 30 June. The club will not comment until further notice.”