Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly trained at Real Madrid sporting centre Valdebebas on a separate pitch while he awaits his next club move. The former Manchester United star's presence in the Spanish capital has sparked a massive reaction among fans of the La Liga giants.
Days after Portugal's elimination from the Qatar World Cup 2022 following a shock 1-0 defeat to Morocco in the quarter-finals, legendary striker Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly trained at Real Madrid's sporting centre Valdebebas on a separate pitch for hours on Wednesday.
Ronaldo returned to Madrid, where he lived for nine years from 2009-2018, to reportedly maintain his form before deciding on his future club. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner could train on a different pitch than the one used for first team practise after receiving all necessary approvals from the club.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano took to Twitter to state, "Cristiano Ronaldo has trained at Real Madrid sporting center Valdebebas in the last hours — on a separated pitch. As revealed by @relevo/@hugocerezo, Cristiano's just working there to keep his form thanks to great relationship with the club, waiting for new chapter."
Cristiano Ronaldo has trained at Real Madrid sporting center Valdebebas in the last hours — on a separated pitch 🚨⚪️
As revealed by /, Cristiano’s just working there to keep his form thanks to great relationship with the club, waiting for new chapter. pic.twitter.com/mrbFneIPkt
❗️Florentino Perez told Cristiano Ronaldo that Valdebebas is his home and that he can train there whenever he wants with all facilities guaranteed.
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra)Ronaldo has been seeking a new team since his contract with Manchester United was cancelled following an explosive interview with Piers Morgan. The Portuguese talisman has a financially tantalising offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr on the table, but he hasn't said "yes" just yet because he's waiting for any proposals from potential European and Champions League rival clubs.
There's no doubt that Ronaldo would dearly love to return to Real Madrid, but the team believes the CR7 era is over and does not want to include the seasoned player in the dynamics of the current squad.
Many academy players were reportedly shocked by Ronaldo's visit to Valdebebas, as they were eager to see the icon and take pictures.
The 37-year-old chose to train at Valdebebas in Madrid, and the club allowed him to do so, indicating a strong bond between the two parties.
Cristiano Ronaldo will consistently rank among the best players to have ever represented Real Madrid, if not the best, and fans are getting excited over his presence in the Spanish capital. Meanwhile, CR7 haters mocked the striker's situation and the need to maintain his 'form' for the remainder of the season.
"Maybe a chance to come back," said a hopeful Real Madrid fan, while another added, "One last dance at Real Madrid. He won trophies at Juventus, but it's a shame he joined a declining Juve, but his biggest mistake was returning to United."
A third football observer remarked, "Please President, 6 month contract," while a fourth fan stated, "I'm dreaming or what!!! Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid! Here we go!"
Here's a look at Real Madrid fans' reaction as well as memes and jokes that flooded Twitter following the news of Ronaldo training at Valdebebas:
last dance pic.twitter.com/veIz2iptZ4 https://t.co/slykoEF2fm
— 🇲🇦 (@EMP1RE3_)Maybe a chance to come back👉🏼👈🏼🥺 https://t.co/qI0gOi5DTG
— Asim Mahmood (@fappacino42)One last dance at Real Madrid 🤔
He won trophies at Juventus but it's a shame he joined a declining Juve but his biggest mistake was returning to United. https://t.co/IArN2xjAnn
Shaking ur arse for a 10 day contract my blud should just retire 🤣🤦♂️ https://t.co/zJCcLn54PW pic.twitter.com/bB2fRA976w
— 🇩🇯 (@BL4KEGRIFFIN)“keep his form” https://t.co/NK8YJT9wgq pic.twitter.com/RUHAKs6hDN
— melo (@bigpapidivine)The last dance, por favor. https://t.co/0GeihGlfr7 pic.twitter.com/cuTL5YkKYp
— Teniente Dan 🇧🇷 (@PumaCriko)Please presi. 6 month contract 🙏 https://t.co/OaVVDxAueC pic.twitter.com/z20qFJCz0A
— Arjun Thakkar (@arjunthakkarr)I’m dreaming or what!!!
Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid! Here we go! https://t.co/BQcCYl7xRE pic.twitter.com/wFdp7u1aQp
Back to Madrid! Back to Form! https://t.co/84Dr0xBHYA
— Hon. Idris Bulle Mohamed (@BulleJR3)THE FUCKING LAST DANCE. 😍 https://t.co/lqseiG6Kwp
— Juan Carlos C (@castejc)Forever his home pic.twitter.com/K1kvK3H4T6 https://t.co/nMm0BTb9NZ
— Lottin 💫🤍 (@ColorViol3t)6 months is all im asking for https://t.co/nbwuQzteuP
— alex turner stan (@aliability_)👀🔥 Cristiano Ronaldo está entrenando en Valdebebas, solicitó el espacio mientras está sin equipo ¡Qué recuerdos! 🥹 pic.twitter.com/O8IHsbYtpU
— Tigo Sports Costa Rica (@tigosports_cr)Cristiano Ronaldo has trained at Real Madrid sporting center Valdebebas in the last hours — on a separate pitch, as revealed by Relevo 🚨⚪️
FOREVER YOU HOME, LEGEND! 🥺 pic.twitter.com/gfVtF5J5FI
Real Madrid academy players and training staff when Ronaldo entered Valdebebas pic.twitter.com/zE2NtUvPBG
— S3 (@Jamesmology)Perez seeing Ronaldo training at Valdebebaspic.twitter.com/hrWlx55XcD
— Dr Yash (@YashRMFC)One last time I want ronaldo in real madrid shirt please https://t.co/exl2Z3nUgH
— Pinkman (@bored_pinkman)Bring him home 🤍 https://t.co/AbIl58fIT2
— Germán Palomares (@carles17_)