The Manchester United player says he doesn't have respect for the club's boss because he doesn't show respect for him, and that he feels betrayed by the club because they tried to force him out.

There has been "zero progress" at the club since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, according to an interview with Piers Morgan that was released by The Sun on Sunday.

When asked if he was being forced out of the club, he said yes. The other two or three people around the club are not only the coach. I felt betrayal.

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Keane Neville
Speaking in October, Roy Keane and Gary Neville clashed over whether Ronaldo should leave Manchester United

"I don't know if senior club executives were trying to oust me," he said when asked if they were. I don't pay much attention. The truth needs to be heard by people. I felt betrayed. This year and last year, some people don't like me here.

I'm not sure what's happening. The club has not evolved since Sir Alex Ferguson left. No progress was made.

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It's an interesting point that a club like Manchester United sacked Ole and brought in a sporting director who is something nobody understands. The man is not a coach. The hiring of a sporting director by a club like Manchester United was a surprise to everyone.

Ronaldo’s big flashpoints this season

  • July 31: Manchester United 1-1 Rayo Vallecano: Ronaldo leaves Old Trafford mid-way through United’s pre-season friendly along with other members of the squad. Ten Hag described it as “not acceptable”.
  • October 2: Manchester City 6-3 Manchester United – Ronaldo was left on the bench despite United being 4-0 down at half-time. Ten Hag said he did not bring the 37-year-old on out of “respect” for Ronaldo’s career.
  • October 19: Manchester United 2-0 Tottenham – Ronaldo refuses to come onto the pitch as a substitute and storms down the tunnel before full-time.
  • October 22: Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United – Ronaldo is suspended by United for disciplinary reasons in the aftermath of the Tottenham match.
  • November 10: Manchester United 4-2 Aston Villa – After returning for two Premier League games after his suspension, Ronaldo is declared ill by Ten Hag and is not included in the matchday squad for their Carabao Cup win over Aston Villa.
  • November 13: Fulham 1-2 Manchester United – Ronaldo is still missing from the United matchday squad and later that evening, his shock interview criticising the club is released.

There is nothing new. The gym, pool, jacuzzi, and many more are included. Some points of technology, the kitchen, and the lovely people who work there. I was surprised that they stopped in time.

I expected to see technology and infrastructure. We see a lot of things I'm used to seeing. It was surprising to me.

He doesn't show respect for me, that's why I don't have respect for him. I won't have respect for you if you don't have respect for me.

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Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says Cristiano Ronaldo refused to come on as a substitute against Tottenham.
Ten Hag said in October Ronaldo had refused to come on as a substitute against Tottenham

He asked to leave the club in the summer after scoring 24 goals last season.

The player said the fans should know the truth. I would like the best for the club. I came to Manchester United to see this.

"But you have some things inside that don't help us reach the top level as City,Liverpool and even nowArsenal...a club with this dimensions should be top of the tree in my opinion."

Picasso said that every act of creation is first an act of destruction and if they start with me, it is not a problem.

The fans are always on my side. They have to change a lot if they want to do something different.

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The Ronaldo debate
The Soccer Special panel react to Ronaldo walking down the tunnel before full-time during Manchester United’s 2-0 victory against Tottenham in October

The Englishman said that he is in danger of becoming an "unwanted distraction" at Old United and that he was critical of his former teammate.

"Maybe because he finished his career and I'm still playing at a high level, he doesn't like me as much as he used to," saidRonaldo.

I won't say that I'm looking better than him. Which is correct.

Ferguson persuaded him to come back to the club after he captained United in their loss to Villa.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner explained that he followed his heart. Sir Alex told me it was not possible for me to come to Manchester City.

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Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson presents Ronaldo with an award before the 0-0 draw against Newcastle last month

"Ferguson knows better than anyone that the club is not on the path they deserve to be," said the player.

He's aware. Everyone is aware. People who are blind don't see that.

Sky Sports News understands that the feeling within the club is that they won't allow anything to distract them from the great win at Craven Cottage, when they showed so much spirit and togetherness.

Ten Hag and Ronaldo: what they've said so far

After missing Manchester United's pre-season tour due to personal reasons, and coming off along with other players, Ten Hag described it as "unacceptable".

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Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo during the pre-season friendly match at Old Trafford, Manchester. Picture date: Sunday July 31, 2022.
Ronaldo played 45 minutes and reportedly left the stadium before the end of the match as Manchester United drew with Rayo Vallecano

He was absent from the tour for personal reasons. He put it that way. Many more people went back to their homes. I didn't condone it, certainly not. It is not acceptable for everyone. I let them know. It's unacceptable and we are a team. You have to remain until the end.

In an interview in a few weeks' time, he will reveal everything, after weeks and months of speculation.

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Cristiano Ronaldo in action for Manchester United as a second-half substitute at Leicester
Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Napoli were just some of the clubs linked with Ronaldo in the summer transfer window

When I do an interview in a few weeks, you will know the truth. Only five of the 100 news stories that have been written about me have been accurate. You can imagine what it would be like. Take that figure into account.

In the wake of Manchester United's 6-3 defeat at Manchester City, the coach of the team said he did not bring the player off the bench.

When asked why he didn't feature, Ten Hag said he didn't want to insult the forward.

The Dutch coach said he didn't bring him on out of respect.

I was able to bring Anthony Martial on. I don't want to point it out.

After Manchester United's 2-0 victory over Spurs, ten Hag said he would deal with the player. After being suspended by United for their trip to Chelsea, the 37-year-old published a post on social media explaining his actions, but chose not to apologize.

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Ten Hag says he will deal with Ronaldo walking off before full-time after his side's 'best team performance' against Tottenham

I try to live and play respectfully towards my colleagues, my adversaries and my coaches. That remains the same. I've not changed. I'm the same person and the same professional that I've been for the last 20 years, and respect has always been an important factor in my decision-making process.

The older and most experienced players were always important to me. I've tried to set the example for the youngsters that grew up in my teams. Sometimes the heat of the moment gets the best of us, and that is not always possible.

I feel like I have to work hard in Carrington, support my team-mates and be ready for any given game. It's not possible to give in to the pressure. It wasn't always. We must stand together. We will be together again soon.

It was important for the attitude and the mentality of the group, says Ten Hag.

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Ten Hag confirms Ronaldo will be in his squad to face Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League. The 37-year-old was dropped for United's draw at Chelsea

I have to set standards and values and I have to control them because I am the manager. We are part of a group.

He wasn't the only one who said it was unacceptable. It will have consequences when it is the second time. We did that now. We'll miss him tomorrow but I think it's important for the mentality of the group.

After his club suspension, Ten Hag talked about the need to move on from the saga and said he wantedRonaldo to stay at the club for the remainder of the season.

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Ten Hag sits down with Dharmesh Sheth as they discuss Harry Maguire's return from injury, Ronaldo and the upcoming match with West Ham

He was asked in his pre-match press conference if he wanted to keep him at the club for the rest of the season or not.

He said both. It's for this game, and we continue. A strike is what it is. I count on him for the rest of the season because he is an important part of the squad. We would like to fulfill our ambitions.

In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Ten Hag talks about how he wants to pushRonaldo to have an impact and how he wants to deal with him.

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Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected following Manchester United's defeat to Aston Villa
Ten Hag believes Ronaldo can still have a positive impact on his side this season despite a difficult start

"Cristiano is one of the best ever in the world and he's now performing and it's great to work with him." The players are very happy that he is in the dressing room. You are not getting the merits for what you have done in the past. In the present, you are judged on what you're doing.

He is able to do it. He has already shown he can make a difference. He can make a difference when he is in top form. I want him to have an impact on the team and make us better.

I am happy about it. We can keep going and fight for good performance to match the standards.