The Portuguese will opt to stay in the Spanish capital despite scrutiny over his tax situation, according to the former Germany midfielder
Michael Ballack expects Cristiano Ronaldo to remain at Real Madrid amid rumours linking the Portuguese superstar with a shock exit.
The Ballon d'Or holder is reportedly seeking a move away from the Santiago Bernabeu due to scrutiny in Spain over his tax affairs.
Prosecutors in Madrid have filed a complaint in which they accused Ronaldo of a "voluntary" and "conscious" breach of his tax obligations, amounting to a figure of €14.7million.
His representatives Gestifute have denied the accusation, while his club have said they are "absolutely convinced that our player… will prove his total innocence in this process".