The relationship between Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and Cristiano Ronaldo could yet force the Portugal icon into the arms of Manchester United, after reports suggested Los Blancos do not believe Paris Saint-Germain want the player but "hope" the Red Devils do.
Rob Draper of the Daily Mailreported the two Bernabeu alpha males' relationship is still in question and Madrid executives have discussed the possibility of selling Ronaldo soon as Gareth Bale emerges from his illustrious team-mate's shadow.
Draper explained:
In fact, the dynamic between Bale and Ronaldo has been one of the central stories of the club in recent times.