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Roy Keane believes Erik ten Hag can use Cristiano Ronaldo's exit saga to his ADVANTAGE in stamping his authority on Manchester United... with ex-Red Devils midfielder keen to see former side focus on 'bigger picture'

Roy Keane believes Erik ten Hag can show his long-term authority over Manchester United with the way he handles Cristiano Ronaldo and letting him exit from the club.

Ronaldo has wanted away from the Red Devils all summer, and former United skipper Keane says the way Dutchman ten Hag handles the situation will be critical in asserting his dominance in his first season in charge at Old Trafford.

Ronaldo has played just 45 minutes of pre-season football for United, as the Portuguese star tries to escape from Manchester in favour of Champions League football.