• United to pay €20m plus add-ons for Portugal forward
  • Manchester City decide to end interest after holding talks

Manchester United have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will make a sensational return to Old Trafford after they agreed a fee with Juventus for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner. Ronaldo is expected to sign a two-year deal subject to being granted a visa and passing a medical, with United having agreed to pay an initial €2om to the Italian club plus up to €3m in bonuses.

Related: Missing out on Kane and Ronaldo leaves Manchester City short up front

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