CHELSEA are unlikely to make a daring move for Cristiano Ronaldo now he is a free agent.
The Blues are second favourites behind Sporting Lisbon to pick up the pieces now the Portuguese superstar’s departure from Manchester United is confirmed .
Chelsea were interested in Ronaldo last summer but it was mainly the dream of new owner and chairman Todd Boehly to land him as a marquee signing.
It led to a clash of wills with former manager Thomas Tuchel who insisted at the time that defenders were the priority.
Tuchel has since been replaced by Graham Potter as head coach - opening up possibilities a fresh attempt could me made for Ronaldo .
A Blues source told SunSport: “ Chelsea have gone cold on him.
“But if Todd Boehly decided to change his mind he would take some stopping.”;
Ronaldo’s contract has been terminated by mutual consent after his blockbuster interview with Piers Morgan .
The 37-year-old said he has “no respect”; for current Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag .
Ronaldo released a statement after the news was confirmed, saying he will always “love Manchester United”;.
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The forward wrote: “Following talks with Manchester United, we’ve mutually agreed to end our contract.
“I love Manchester United and I love the fans, that will never ever change.
“It feels like the right time to seek a new challenge. I wish Man Utd all the best.”;
