Cristiano Ronaldo reunion possible for Man Utd with winter friendlies on cards

A Manchester United reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo could happen this winter after head coach Ruben Amorim confirmed the club would have to play friendlies during the season (David Davies/PA)

The prospect of a Cristiano Ronaldo reunion with Manchester United this winter has been kept alive after head coach Ruben Amorim revealed the club were looking at playing some warm-weather friendlies in the months ahead.

United’s defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final meant they missed out on European football this season, depriving them of revenue but freeing up midweek slots in the calendar.