Ronaldo Informed Manchester of His Desire to Leave... Because of Messi?

Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo has informed Manchester United management of his desire to leave following a meeting on Thursday with the team's new coach, Dutchman Erik ten Hag. According to "The Athletic," Ronaldo wishes to move to a team that competes in the Champions League, something the Red Devils cannot offer after finishing sixth in the Premier League last season. The 37-year-old player wants to join a club that participates in Europe's premier club competition to bolster his scoring record. He currently leads the Champions League all-time scoring list with 140 goals, ahead of his long-time rival Lionel Messi by 15 goals, who is two years younger and will play in the Champions League with Paris Saint-Germain. The Portuguese star is three goals behind Messi in the group stage scoring tally, which is something he wants to change. It is believed that the pursuit of titles is the reason behind his decision to seek a future elsewhere. According to the report, his agent Jorge Mendes is working around the clock to find Ronaldo a new club.