Toon Target Ronaldo to Sign for Manchester United?

By Matthew Jones
August 9 2003

Newcastle United target Ronaldo could be on his way to Spain, after Manchester United also showed some interest.

Newcastle United target Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way to Real Madrid.

Both The Magpies' and Premiership rivals Manchester United have reportedly been chasing the young Portugal U21 international, but Real Madrid have now entered the race.

Sir Alex Ferguson is preparing a £6M offer for the Sporting Lisbon attacker, while Ronaldo's agent, Jorge Mendes, met with Real Madrid sports chief Jorge Valdano this week to discuss a potential move to Spain for Ronaldo.

Real are reportedly ready to bid £4 million.

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