CRISTIANO RONALDO has told his Portugal team-mates that he is definitely leaving Real Madrid.
The Portuguese superstar rocked world football this morning when reports emerged from his homeland claiming he had his heart set on a transfer.
He is upset after an investigation to his tax affairs was opened by the Spanish authorities.
Manchester United will be watching the situation with interest and fans are dreaming of a sensational return.
And if reports from Spain are true, Ronaldo is determined to leave this summer.
According to Spanish daily Marca, Ronaldo told his international team-mates: "I am leaving Real Madrid.
"I have made a decision.
"There is no turning back."
BBC reporter Simon Stone said earlier today that United would not hesitate to strike if they thought a deal could be done.
He explained: "I think Manchester United will be surveying this, they'll be keeping their heads down.
"I don't think they will be telling anybody that they want to sign Ronaldo.
"But, if they get the chance, I am absolutely certain they will be straight in there.
"The word is that Mourinho and Ronaldo fell out when the pair were at Real Madrid.
"The thing is, if you were going to ask Manchester United fans who would they want at United? Jose Mourinho or Cristiano Ronaldo? Most of them would say, 'We want Ronaldo'.