Cristiano Ronaldo slams news of rift with Real Madrid
Reports that Cristiano Ronaldo is unhappy at Real Madrid have been met with a strong rebuttal by the Portugal superstar
Cristiano Ronaldo has hit back at suggestions of a rift with Real Madrid, branding speculation about his future as "false news."
The FIFA Ballon d'Or winner is currently on holiday in Miami, but has still been the subject of headlines in recent weeks claiming that he is unhappy with life in the Spanish capital.
Ronaldo's public backing of Carlo Ancelotti just a few days before he was sacked as Real coach intensified rumors that the 30-year-old could seek an exit from the Santiago Bernabeu during the offseason.
But, speaking to Portuguese newspaper A Bola on Saturday, Ronaldo reaffirmed his commitment to the club.
"I have not spoken to any press in recent times, only now an exception and only to reaffirm that [they] are absolutely false news [stories] that have sought to create conflict between me and Real Madrid," he said.
"I am very happy at Real Madrid, focused and confident that the upcoming year will be full of success. I have not spoken to any press ... while on holiday. [I would] sincerely like to stop with the false news and leave me in peace. Real Madrid and I are fine with each other."
Ronaldo showed his importance to Real again last season as he scored an incredible 48 goals in La Liga.
However, the Portugal superstar cut a frustrated figure at times as Real failed to win any of the Liga, Copa del Rey and UEFA Champions League titles.
Since the end of the season Ronaldo has been linked with a move to French champion Paris Saint-Germain, although it is said that such a deal would be unlikely until the 2016-17 season, while former club Manchester United is also rumored to be monitoring his situation.
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