Regarding rumors that Cristiano Ronaldo could join Bayern Munich, club CEO Oliver Kahn came out in an interview with German news outlet Bild to deny the speculation.
Bayern coach Kahn told Bild: ‘We had internal discussions about Cristiano Ronaldo – I think he’s one of the greatest footballers of all time’ 🚨 #FC Bayern
“After that, despite our gratitude to Cristiano, we came to the conclusion that he did not fit our philosophy in the current situation. pic.twitter.com/JuBTUdUnsS
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 26, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo’s transfer story continues
not join bayern munich
Earlier this year, Cristiano Ronaldo announced that he wanted to leave Manchester United. Naturally, transfer gossip began to circulate and the Portuguese was associated with several clubs. One of those clubs he was Bayern Munich.
Bundesliga clubs considered signing the 37-year-old but ultimately decided against it. Club CEO and legendary former goalkeeper Oliver Kahn clarified why in an interview with Bild, stating:
“After that, we came to the conclusion that, although we are grateful to Cristiano, he does not fit our philosophy in the current situation”.
read more: Cristiano Ronaldo explores Manchester United exit options amid sluggish transfer window
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo said: “I don’t know who came up with this story from Cristiano Ronaldo to Atletico Madrid. #Atleti
‘It’s virtually impossible for him to come to Atletico Madrid’ @partidazocope. pic.twitter.com/gYJLPek4pC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 26, 2022
Ronaldo ‘not for sale’ despite wanting to leave Manchester United
Bayern Munich aren’t the only clubs involved in the transfer frenzy. Atletico Madrid were also rumored to be interested in Ronaldo.However, these allegations were conclusively refuted by the club president Enrique Cerezo.
According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Chelsea were also reportedly interested in the striker in early July. Nevertheless, as reported by the Evening Standard’s Nizar Kinsella, Thomas Tuchel was intent on signing Raheem Sterling.
The 37-year-old is even linked to former rivals Barcelona, who are said to have refused to sign him. He has stated that he wants to leave Manchester United because he does not believe he can win the title.
read more: Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel hesitates to sign Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo
