remains a tantalising prospect despite the star claiming
he is happy at Real Madrid.
Cristiano Ronaldo says although he is happy at Real Madrid
"right now", he still loves Manchester United and wants to finish
his career at "the top level".
The future of Ronaldo, 30, has been the subject of considerable
speculation, with many tipping the Portuguese star to one day
return to United, where he starred in a six-year spell from 2003
to 2009 before joining Madrid for a then-British record transfer
fee of £80million.
The former Sporting Lisbon player has done little to dispel the
rumours linking him with a triumphant Old Trafford comeback
during an intensive tour to promote a new film about his life and
career.
"I'm very comfortable in Real Madrid, but I love Manchester
United," he told ITV.
"The future nobody knows. Right now I feel happy at Real
Madrid."
Ronaldo could yet follow the established paths of star players in
the twilight of their careers accepting the riches on offer in the
Middle East or MLS.
But the three-time Ballon d'Or winner has suggested he may
shun football's equivalent of a highly-paid retirement home.
"In my mind I want to finish in the top level, I want to finish with
dignity so in a good club," he said.
"It doesn't mean that to go USA or Qatar or Dubai is not good
but I don't see myself [going there]."
Asked if he could move into the dugout when he retires from
playing, Ronaldo said: "No, I have no passion to coach.
"I want to carry on with my brands. I have many brands and I
want to grow that."
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