“I was relieved when Ronaldo left them” — Georgina Rodriguez

As far back in 2021/22, Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United was quite the hype that none could believe really happened, but a year after, everyone; including the club and fans were tired of the tales that came out of the saga.

Now, the 5-time Ballon d’Or winner’s girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez clears the air on how she truly felt about the ordeal.

The model who very rarely makes an appearance in the spotlight in relation to football matters, has revealed the sense of “relief” she felt when her partner, Cristiano Ronaldo, left Manchester United for Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr in December 2022. The move followed a rocky second stint at Old Trafford, where Ronaldo faced increasing tension and scrutiny.

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Speaking candidly via Football Transfers, Rodriguez highlighted her discomfort with how the 39-year-old football icon was treated at United, contrasting it with the adoration he received from Real Madrid fans. “I felt very relieved when Cristiano left Manchester for Al Nassr,” she admitted, referencing the unwavering love Ronaldo continues to receive from fans across the globe.

With Ronaldo now thriving at Al Nassr, Rodriguez’s comments offer insight into the emotional toll of his time at Manchester United and the fresh start the move has provided for the superstar and his family.

The Ronaldo-gate was even made more controversial when the Portuguese international took to allying with long time friend and broadcaster, Piers Morgan in an uncensored exposé about the club’s inner secrets, thus forcing a move from Old Trafford to Al-Nassr.