2022 Cristiano Ronaldo is out at Manchester United after an explosive interview

DOHA, Qatar — Cristiano Ronaldo will leave the Manchester United --"with immediate effect," latest update the Premier League club said Tuesday.

Ronaldo, who is currently in Qatar with Portugal as he aims to win a first World Cup title for his country, previously made it clear that he wanted a transfer after being reduced to a fringe member of the team this season.

Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect," it said in a statement. "The club thanks him for his immense contribution across two spells at Old Trafford, scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, and wishes him and his family well for the future."

The statement didn't convey United's dismay after Ronaldo's unauthorized interview with Piers Morgan.

The Portugal captain said he felt "betrayed" during a 90-minute discussion in which he was also critical of younger players.

United said last week that it had initiated appropriate steps in response to his comments, with the cancellation of his contract widely expected.

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