The ongoing speculation about where Cristiano Ronaldo will play his football next season has led Real Madrid officials to publicly state they are waiting for Ronaldo to make the first move.

The ball undoubtedly is in Ronaldo’s court. Whether he contemplates stating he wants to leave in no uncertain terms however, is a tricky one. Does he risk the wrath of the Manchester fans and get slated if the move fails? Or does he remain as quiet as possible, hoping the behind the scenes negotiations allow him to not make a fuss and demand he is sold.

According to Zinedine Zidane, the Real Madrid and France legend there is only one outcome to this saga. It is clear to him that when Real “want” someone like Ronaldo they normally “get them”. What remains to be determined is whether Ronaldo is available to ‘get’. Manchester keep saying he is not but sooner or later they will have to face reality.