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Man Utd receive Ronaldo boost as Portugal star released early from international duty

The 36-year-old will not remain with his national team after picking up a booking for taking his shirt off against Ireland

New Manchester United signing Cristiano Ronaldo has been granted an early release from international duty, Portugal confirmed on Thursday.

The striker, 36, is yet to feature for the Red Devils after moving back from Juventus for a second spell at Old Trafford last week.

But he will now have extra time to prepare for his return to the Premier League due to the yellow card he picked up against Ireland.

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