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Avram Glazer breaks his silence on sale of Manchester United as he says club is seeking 'strategic alternatives' that could lead to £5bn buyout... as American owner thanks Cristiano Ronaldo for his contribution

Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer has broken his silence after putting the club up for sale.

The 62-year-old spoke of finding 'strategic alternatives' for the club and also thanked the departing Cristiano Ronaldo for all he has done for the club.

His chat with Sky News in Palm Beach, Florida, came after Tuesday's shock announcement that the Glazers were inviting fresh investment at United and were potentially open to a sale.

They value the Old Trafford club at upwards of £5billion and there is expected to be plenty of interest in buying one of the biggest names in world football.