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Cristiano Ronaldo could face Man United fan backlash after refusing to play vs. Tottenham - Ten Hag

Erik ten Hag has warned Cristiano Ronaldo he may face a backlash from Manchester United fans after refusing to play against Tottenham Hotspur.

Ronaldo has been dropped from the squad to face Chelsea on Saturday and spent Friday training alone with fitness coaches at Carrington.

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Ten Hag will seek talks with the 37-year-old before deciding whether he can rejoin the first team on Monday but says the striker could face a harsh reaction from supporters when he makes his comeback if they feel he has disrespected the club.