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Toshack: Cristiano Ronaldo will leave Real Madrid before Bale

The Welshman has been criticized by fans and media after an underwhelming season, but his counterpart believes he will be in Madrid for a long time

Cristiano Ronaldo will leave Real Madrid before Gareth Bale does, according to former coach John Toshack.

The Wales international enjoyed a bright debut season in the Spanish capital following his 100 million euro move from Tottenham, but his 2014-15 campaign was less impressive and he became the subject of criticism from fans and pundits.

The 25-year-old has already been linked to a move away from the Santiago Bernabeu, with Manchester United said to be interested, but Toshack believes he will remain in the Spanish capital for years to come.