Cristiano Ronaldo transfer news – odds: Chelsea favourites after Todd Boehly talks, Jorge Mendes 'exit strategy' claim | The Sun

CHELSEA are standout favourites to sign Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

That's according to Betfair, who've significantly altered their betting markets after reports the player is ready to QUIT Old Trafford.

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Ronaldo scored 24 goals and provided three assists in 37 appearances since returning from Juventus.

He finished as United's top scorer but was unable to guide the club to Champions League qualification.

And The Times claim Ronaldo has now told United officials that he would like to leave if they receive a suitable offer.

The 37-year-old has 12 months remaining on his contract.

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He still believes that he's capable of playing at the highest level and wants a fresh challenge elsewhere to fight for major trophies.

Ronaldo also wants a clear sign that United are looking to match his ambitions by strengthening the squad.

But they've failed to make any additions since the arrival of new manager Erik ten Hag, though Tyrell Malacia is in the final stages of his medical and Christian Eriksen has verbally agreed to join the club.

Ronaldo did NOT report back for pre-season training on Monday, citing family reasons for his absence. And he's also expected to be absent on Tuesday.

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Betfair odds

• Not to sign or agree a contract with any other club – 11/8
• Chelsea – 2/1
• Bayern Munich – 4/1
• Barcelona – 5/1
• Roma – 6/1
• Real Madrid – 12/1
• PSG – 14/1
• Juventus – 16/1
• Sporting Lisbon – 20/1
• Inter Milan – 33/1
• Tottenham – 33/1
• Manchester City – 50/1

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The Athletic claim that 'well-placed sources' believe he's staying away as part of an 'exit strategy' while agent Jorge Mendes enters talks with other clubs.

It's said that Mendes has met with Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly, and spoken with officials at Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich.

SunSport understands that Boehly wants a marquee signing to launch his regime after taking over last month in a £4.25billion deal

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And that's perhaps why the pair lead the betting market.

Chelsea were available at 4/1 at the beginning of the week but have since been driven into 2/1, while Bayern are offered at 4s.

Barcelona are 5/1, Jose Mourinho's Roma are 6/1, while Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are priced at 12/1 and 14/1 respectively.

Betfair spokesperson Sam Rosbottom said: "We've seen a flurry of bets on Ronaldo to join Chelsea and have cut his odds to join Thomas Tuchel's side from 4/1 to 2/1 overnight."

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