Cristiano Ronaldo told PSG coach Blanc: 'I'd like to work with you' - report

Ronaldo has been linked with a €100m move to PSG next summer, and Le Parisien believes the Real Madrid star spoke directly to Blanc after Tuesday's Champions League match between the clubs.

Le Parisien quotes 'our sources' as saying that Ronaldo told Blanc: "Your team plays very well. I would very much like to work with you."

Ronaldo has been the subject of persistent links to PSG, and has offered mixed messages on his future - on the one hand saying his dream is to retire at Real Madrid, and on the other refusing to rule out a move away from the Bernabeu.

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As the clip above shows, Ronaldo did indeed speak directly to Blanc after the game. However, we'd be amazed if his precise words were overheard by anyone.

Did Blanc let it slip to someone at PSG? It this a piece of mischief-making from Ronaldo's camp? Or is it just a figment of journalistic fantasy? It's impossible to know - but for sure there are plenty of parties with an interest in making a deal happen - or at least, making it seem possible.

Which is not to say the move couldn't happen. PSG have the money to pull off what would be a sensational statement signing, while Real would find it hard to turn down €100m for their star man, who turns 31 in February.

Ultimately it will come down to Team Ronaldo.