Portugal pair face uncertain futuresEuro 2008 by Jonathan Stevenson - BBC Sport (U1987325) 19 June 2008 ![]() As Portugal tumbled out of Euro 2008 on Thursday, the futures of their main two protagonists slid even more sharply into view. It is time for some questions to be answered regarding the future of the world’s best footballer After five years in charge, Scolari took Portugal as far as he could and the master motivator appears in desperate need of a big challenge.With the futures of Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba and Ricardo Carvalho uncertain, that is certainly what he's got when he walks into English football a week on Monday. As for the other leading character, it is time for some questions to be answered regarding the future of the world’s best footballer - Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro. Out-of-sorts and agitated, Ronaldo was helpless to prevent his country bowing out of a major tournament for the third time in his young career. The genius that he displayed in a Manchester United shirt during a remarkably prolific season, both in terms of goals and silverware, was only on show in brief glimpses in his three games in Switzerland. Having flirted briefly with suitors Real Madrid prior to the tournament and then saying he would not discuss his future until Portugal were out, Ronaldo now must front up and reveal where he wants to start the 2008/09 season. He at least owes that much to United boss Sir Alex Ferguson, the man Ronaldo should credit with turning him into such a complete footballer and why Real will not give up their pursuit quietly. For all the disappointment at Ronaldo's displays at Euro 2008, he remains the outstanding footballer on Earth and must be the hot favourite to succeed Kaka as the Fifa World Player of the Year. Whether he picks up the trophy as a Manchester United or a Real Madrid player, we are about to find out. What do you think about Scolari and Ronaldo? Will Scolari be a good addition to the Premier League or should Chelsea fans be worried? And where is Ronaldo going to start next season? Tell us your thoughts. Latest 10 commentsRead members' comments or add your own
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jonnypwns (U3911280) posted Jun 22, 2008 80m......hmmm...id feel like a kid in a candy shop with a whole 10pounds....wouldnt no wat to buy!!!!
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standunited (U12444150) posted Jun 22, 2008 he is just out ruin his career all because of money. selfish and listening the so called big phil who will be glad seeing him off to madrid to avoid his new team not being messed up by united as a team. what impact and what kind of role model is he for future footballers. he went missing during barca"s match with united. messi was just too good and scintillating. he just waiting for the ball to come to him. rem he misses penalties when it matters most. if he goes he has definitely lost his touch. he should learn from kaka
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Scolari08 (U12425768) posted Jun 22, 2008 2 years ago, united are not considered 1 of the best teams in the world by a long shot. 1 year ago Ronaldo blossoms into the player that he is and suddenly Man Utd become a top team. If Ronaldo leaves United will revert to the level of the team that they were 2 years ago, it's all very predictable. Sir Alex best be praying Tevez and/or Rooney can step out of the vast shadow that Ronaldo has cast over them
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ozman01 (U7701585) posted Jun 22, 2008 If the comments of Ronaldo Are true, then Ferguson's strategy should be to bleed Real Madrid of every last euro in "reluctantly" allowing him to go. I agree with a contributer to an earlier discussion on this topic - without Rooney to play off he isn't worth half of the money people are talking about.
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marabunta (U8439167) posted Jun 22, 2008 Zinadine seen sitting next to the Arsenal manager at the EU championships also stirs the pot saying Ronaldo will leave MU. It seems to me both Arsenal and Chelsea managers are trying to influence Ronaldo to leave MU...I wonder why? duh stupid question.
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lomoro2 (U12451386) posted Jun 23, 2008 It's true Ronaldo is now a great player, but he should be allowed to take the best decision to further his greatness. Personally, I don't think it is wise for ronaldo to make a move to the Spanish Champions, rather he should concentrate on football with United where he has coped up with the style of the game. This will give him a third season of a good show that will enter his name among the world greats.
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sicklizard (U5250857) posted Jun 23, 2008 If Real Madrid are really stupid enough to pay 80 million for a player who is about as loyal as a hyena, then take their money and laugh all the way to the bank.
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khalidd8 (U12489150) posted Jun 26, 2008 i dont cear if ronaldo leave cause if he leaves he is and he is a im a manu suppeorter idk if he leavs we still win the primay leag anf the fa cup
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elliptical_p (U12198217) posted Jul 31, 2008 lol @ Scolari08 Comment on this article |