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Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has once again increased speculation over his future at Old Trafford after claiming that his dream is to play for Real Madrid...


The Portuguese ace has been linked with a move to the Spanish outfit for quite some time now, with the Real Madrid president, Ramón Calderón, claiming that he would be very delighted to bring in the former Sporting player to his squad.

The 23-year-old stated yesterday that, despite Real Madrid's reported interest, he had not received an offer from the Spanish capital club. He further added that updated news over his future would be released in just a couple of weeks.

However, Ronaldo has now made his intentions crystal clear after admitting that he is eyeing a move to Santiago Bernabéu.

"I have a dream to play for Madrid. You also have dreams, no? Well, this is my dream," he stated to Portuguese television.

Contract Speculation

However, he also offered a somewhat veiled commitment to the Old Trafford side.

He continued, "My contract is with Manchester United and is with them that I must talk.

"My deal could have some additions to it in the next two weeks, but I've signed nothing with Madrid."

In this way he harked back to his two week deadline of sorting out his future, while also thoroughly denying reports that he had already secured an 'under-the-table' deal.

Robinho's representative, Wagner Ribeiro, claimed yesterday that Manchester United would only allow Ronaldo to leave Old Trafford if someone from Real Madrid that plays in the same position, namely Robinho, was to make a move in the opposite direction.

Calderón is now aware of Ronaldo's interest and should intensify negotiations with the British club about a summer transfer.

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