Followers of Cristiano Ronaldo can now not purchase Manchester United shirts along with his identify on them from the membership’s official Megastore.
Earlier this month, Manchester United revealed their new residence and away kits for the 2025–26 season, and plenty of supporters rushed to purchase them. However some followers had been stunned to see a message on the Megastore that learn:
“As a result of licensing restrictions, we’re unable to print Cantona, Beckham, and Ronaldo.”
In response to The Solar, Manchester United later confirmed that the rule is in place as a result of Eric Cantona, David Beckham, and Cristiano Ronaldo personal the rights to their names and pictures. This implies the membership will not be allowed to print their names on shirts.
One fan posted on social media:
“Took my son for his new shirt the opposite day. Had no concept the membership weren’t allowed to print Cantona, Beckham or Ronaldo on shirts.”
Solely Present Gamers and Fonts Allowed
The membership additionally defined that followers can solely print names utilizing the present season’s equipment and font. Printing names with older designs or fonts from previous seasons will not be allowed.
Ronaldo’s Legacy at Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo is one among Manchester United’s most beloved gamers. Throughout his first spell on the membership, he gained three Premier League titles, the Champions League in 2008, and the Ballon d’Or the identical 12 months. Though he left the membership in 2009, Ronaldo’s shirts are nonetheless fashionable with followers all all over the world.
What’s Subsequent for United?
Manchester United, now managed by Ruben Amorim, are at present on their pre-season tour in america. Their subsequent match is a pleasant towards Bournemouth in Chicago on Thursday.
