Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't want to face Sir Alex Ferguson

Cristiano Ronaldo does not want to return to Manchester and have to face the wrath of Sir Alex Ferguson.

United have told Ronaldo to report back for training on July 14 - when he will come face to face with Fergie for the first time since revealing his desire to join Real Madrid.

The 23-year-old hopes his move is concluded before then so he can avoid what promises to be an explosive meeting.

Although Ronaldo is set to confirm within the next 24 hours his wish to move to Madrid, United are prepared to make their star player wait.

Boss Fergie, not back at work until Monday, is determined to deal with the Ronaldo issue on his terms.

The Portuguese ace hopes to avoid that, with the player's agent, Jorge Mendes, expected to submit a formal transfer request early next week.

Meanwhile, United teammate Nani has urged his pal not to sign for Real.

The 21-year-old has become a close friend since following fellow winger Ronaldo from Sporting Lisbon to Old Trafford last year. He said: "Of course I want him to stay. When I arrived he was a great support."

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