Erik ten Hag has said it is "not right" that Cristiano Ronaldo has been singled out for criticism for leaving early after the friendly with Rayo Vallecano given that other Manchester United players were also involved.
Ten Hag said this week that it was "unacceptable" that players left Old Trafford before the final whistle of the 1-1 draw with LaLiga side Rayo on Sunday.
But the Dutchman has hit back at what he perceives as unfair treatment of Ronaldo because the 37-year-old was not alone in making an early exit.
Despite missing United's preseason tour of Thailand and Australia to deal with a family issue, Ronaldo could start against Brighton on Sunday after Anthony Martial picked up a hamstring injury.
Sources have told ESPN that United are still searching for a midfielder and a forward before the deadline on Sept. 1.
A move for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is ongoing, but Ten Hag insists he is happy with his squad ahead of the start of the Premier League campaign this weekend.

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