Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag shuts down reporter over Cristiano Ronaldo

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag made it abundantly clear he would be fielding no more questions regarding Cristiano Ronaldo during his press conference on Wednesday. Ronaldo once again dominated the questioning among reporters before the Dutchman took a strong stance.The 37-year-old striker was absent from Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Chelsea after Ten Hag suspended him for refusing to come on and leaving the stadium early in United’s win against Tottenham Hotspur days earlier. But he returned to first-team training this week and is in contention for Europa League action on Thursday.Ten Hag started the media briefing by confirming Ronaldo would be in the matchday squad for Sheriff Tiraspol’s visit to Old Trafford. But when pressed for further comments, he responded: “I think we said everything and answered all of the questions. He was out for one game, and now he’s back as usual.”You don’t have to [ask about Ronaldo again] because I won’t answer any more [questions],” Ten Hag interrupted. “We covered everything last week. We explained everything. So we have to focus on tomorrow. We have an important game because we want to be top of the group so let’s focus on that.”JUST IN: Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta ‘will be backed’ with January war chest Erik ten Hag shut down a reporter over Cristiano Ronaldo. (Image: SKY SPORTS)Ronaldo’s return isn’t the only boost United have received ahead of the crunch Group E clash against the Moldovans. Ten Hag confirmed Harry Maguire, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Donny van de Beek were all back in training after lengthy injury lay-offs.”They are in training. Harry, Donny, and Aaron are all training in preparation for tomorrow,” Ten Hag explained. “After training, I will make a decision [on their involvement]. [Maguire] has a role to play. He is on his way back and now has to get back into these games. I understand the [England] interest, but we look at United. We have to get the right results.”READ MORE: Cristiano Ronaldo denied ‘dream’ transfer amid Man Utd exit linksWe’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/footballStay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time.We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.