Cristiano Ronaldo again injected some class at Old Trafford on a day when United’s great rivals Liverpool announced a new deal for manager Juergen Klopp.
UK media reports indicate the former world No.1 and seven-time F1 world champion have each pledged more than $17 million to the bid to buy the European champions.
A bereaved Cristiano Ronaldo took no part at Anfield as Manchester United’s arch-rivals soared to the top of the Premier League with a 4-0 victory.
It’s a potentially season-defining clash for two English heavyweights as Manchester United make the short journey to Liverpool’s fortress.
“Our baby boy,you are our angel. We will always love you,” the Manchester United striker said.
Footage emerged on social media of Ronaldo appearing to swipe his hand towards the ground as he walked off the pitch after the 1-0 loss to Everton.
Manchester United are one of world sport’s biggest drawcards,and can be expected to pull a bumper crowd to the MCG this winter when they take on Melbourne Victory in a friendly in the Victorian capital on Friday July 15.
Liverpool reignited the Premier League title race and came within a point of the top spot with a 2-0 win over Arsenal,while Juventus were stunned by Villareal in the Champions League.
Liverpool kept up the chase with Premier League leaders Manchester City by winning 2-0 at Brighton&Hove Albion on Saturday,while Cristiano Ronaldo hit a hat-trick as Manchester United beat Tottenham Hotspur 3-2.
Liverpool haven’t been this close to Manchester City in the title race since Christmas Day. But things aren’t so rosy for Antonio Conte at Spurs.
Second-half goals from substitutes Fred and Anthony Elanga earned Manchester United a 4-2 victory over Leeds United in a thriller at Elland Road.