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BREAKING NEWS: Cristiano Ronaldo to train with Manchester United Under 21s as he returns to Carrington to begin first-team exile after Erik ten Hag axed him after their daily clashes and refusal to play

Banished Cristiano Ronaldo got a taste of life on Erik ten Hag's naughty step as he arrived ahead of training with Manchester United's Under-21s on Friday morning.

The Portuguese star, who Sportsmail exclusively revealed refused to come on as a substitute in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Tottenham, arrived at 8.30 before taking part in the youth team's morning training session.

Ronaldo's defiance saw him axed and relegated away from the first team and he will play no part in this weekend's game against Chelsea, instead having to spend his time with the U21s.