Real Madrid say signing Cristiano Ronaldo looks 'impossible'
Summary from the United Kingdom, from articles in English
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Even in retreat, however, their president could not resist antagonising Manchester United yesterday, mocking Sir Alex Ferguson's comments about Spanish history. (article 1)
The match between the Premier League and European champions and the FA Cup holders will give Nigerian fans the chance to see their heroes in person. (article 4)
" Sir Alex (Ferguson) and the team are always keen to visit new places United's chief executive David Gill told a news conference. (article 4)
" This match will give an opportunity for our many fans in Nigeria to see the team in the flesh and will provide a climax to our summer tour. (article 4)
Sources in Madrid claimed last night that Ronaldo, who earns $120,000 a week at Old Trafford, would be offered a contract worth almost $150,000 a week after tax to join Real. (article 2)
Real officials have also claimed that discussions over Ronaldo - presumably with his representatives or another third party - have been taking place for the past 12 months, another claim that will infuriate United. (article 2)
Beckham, who preceded Ronaldo in the United No7 shirt before enduring four, largely difficult, years at Real, entered the debate yesterday, suggesting that the 23-year-old should stay at Old Trafford. (article 2)
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Ronaldo, United, Trafford, Portugal, Madrid |
Source articles
- Real Madrid say signing Cristiano Ronaldo looks 'impossible' (timesonline.co.uk, 06/05/2008, 458 words)
- David Beckham urges Cristiano Ronaldo to stay at Old Trafford (timesonline.co.uk, 06/03/2008, 653 words)
- Frank advice to England fans for Euro 2008 (timesonline.co.uk, 06/05/2008, 765 words)
- Man Utd to play Pompey in Nigeria (BBC News, 06/04/2008, 319 words)
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