Cristiano Ronaldo at PSG, it was really hot

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By: Manu Tournoux

Cristiano Ronaldo at PSG, it was really hot

In the summer of 2018, Cristiano Ronaldo could have joined PSG after deciding to leave Real Madrid.

After winning his fifth Champions League, on May 26, 2018, Cristiano Ronaldo decided to leave Real Madrid. Several destinations were then available to him.

And Paris Saint-Germain was one of the very serious options for the Portuguese international, who was then 33 years old. At least, that’s what Patrice Evra revealed on RMC.

“Has Cristiano ever wanted to come to PSG? Yes. This was before he signed for Juventus. He had Chelsea, Juventus and Paris. He said he would never go to Arsenal. And he was interested in the Parisian project,” revealed the man who was “CR7’s” teammate for several seasons at Manchester United.

Cristiano Ronaldo finally opted for Juve

At the time, the capital club already had Neymar and Kylian Mbappé among its squad. Qatari leaders wanted to strike another blow to gain power in Europe. Which they will finally do in 2021 by landing the signature of Lionel Messi.

Discussions took place between Jorge Mendes, Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent, and Nasser al-KhelaĂŻfi, the president of the Rouge et Bleu. Upon arrival, the five-time Ballon d’Or will join Serie A rather than Ligue 1, opting for the “Old Lady”.

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.