Man Utd news LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo ‘accepts’ staggering £173million-a-year contract with Saudi side Al-Nassr – updates

CRISTIANO RONALDO could become the world’s highest paid athlete after reportedly accepting a deal with Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.

Ronaldo would make £173m-a-year, according to Marca, and that would put him on a wage that is double of rival Lionel Messi.

Meanwhile, United are still said to be interested in PSV star Cody Gakpo, who is in fine form at the World Cup.

The Red Devils have been eyeing the forward for weeks but his price-tag could rise after Qatar, where he’s the joint top scorer of the tournament.

In other news, United will face Everton in the third round of the FA Cup.

And striker Marcus Rashford is in fine form for England at the World Cup, scoring two goals in the Three Lions’ win over Wales.

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