Cristiano Ronaldo's luxury private jet, valued at £61 million ($76m), is currently grounded at Manchester Airport due to an unexpected technical issue. The Bombardier Global Express 6500 aircraft was spotted landing in Manchester last week but has been unable to depart due to a cracked window that requires repairs.
While the presence of the Portuguese superstar's aircraft in Manchester sparked speculation among fans about a potential return to Manchester United, sources confirmed to The Sun that the jet's extended stay is purely due to mechanical concerns. It remains unclear whether Ronaldo himself was aboard when the plane touched down.
The timing of the private jet's appearance in Manchester has fueled particular interest given Manchester United's current offensive struggles under Ruben Amorim. The Red Devils sit in a disappointing 15th place in the Premier League table, having managed just 28 goals in 25 matches - a tally that surpasses only Ipswich Town and Southampton in the top flight this season.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to demonstrate his remarkable goalscoring prowess in Saudi Arabia. At 40 years old, he currently leads the Saudi Pro League scoring charts and has been in exceptional form, netting seven goals in his last six appearances across all competitions for Al-Nassr.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner will look to extend his impressive scoring run when Al-Nassr faces Al-Ettifaq on Friday, while his former club Manchester United prepares for their upcoming fixture against Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday.
As Ronaldo's private jet awaits repairs in Manchester, it serves as an ironic reminder of the stark contrast between his continued success and his former club's current struggles in front of goal.
