Erik ten Hag has confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will return to Manchester United’s squad for Thursday’s Europa League game against Sheriff Tiraspol, but Raphael Varane will not play again until the World Cup.
Ronaldo returned to United training on Tuesday after being dropped for Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
The 37-year-old was punished by Ten Hag for refusing to be brought on as a late substitute in last week’s 2-0 home win over Tottenham and for leaving Old Trafford early.
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Ronaldo returned to Manchester United training on Tuesday following talks with Ten Hag
However, Ronaldo and Ten Hag have since been in constant dialogue and the United boss confirmed the Portugal captain is available to face Moldovan side Sheriff.
“Yes, Cristiano will be in the squad tomorrow,” Ten Hag said.