Ronaldo not leaving, says Real chairman

6 September 2012 04:31

Real Madrid chairman Florentino Perez said Cristiano Ronaldo does not want to leave the Spanish giants.

The Portuguese star refused to celebrate either of his two goals in Los Blancos' 3-0 victory over Granada on Sunday, saying he was 'sad' with a 'professional issue' at the club.

"If he wanted to leave he'd have said so when the transfer window was still open," the 65 year-old told Marca.

"There are other reasons behind it."

Ronaldo himself took to Twitter to dispel rumours that his dismay was due to a desire for a new contract.

"That I am feeling sad and have expressed this sadness has created a huge stir," he posted on the social networking site.

"I am accused of wanting more money, but one day it will be shown that this is not the case."