Boehly was reportedly intrigued by signing Ronaldo for Chelsea in 2022
The Athletic reports that a meeting with agent Jorge Mendes sparked Boehly’s interest in Cristiano Ronaldo, but then-coach Thomas Tuchel repeatedly opposed a deal.
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The Athletic describes Todd Boehly’s move into Chelsea’s transfer business after BlueCo completed its takeover at the end of May 2022. Boehly became interim sporting director and met agent Jorge Mendes in Portugal that summer. Citing multiple sources, the outlet reports that Boehly left intrigued by the possibility of signing Cristiano Ronaldo, who was then dissatisfied at Manchester United. Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel, however, made clear on several occasions that he strongly opposed a deal.
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