Is this for Real?
2003
Ronaldo became Manchester United’s first-ever Portuguese player when he signed for £12.24 million after the 2002–03 season.
2009
Manchester United said on Thursday they have received a world record 80 million pound ($131.2 million) bid for forward Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid.
“At Cristiano’s request – who has again expressed his desire to leave – and after discussion with the player’s representatives, United have agreed to give Real Madrid permission to talk to the player,” a statement on the United website said.
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