Will Ronald leave Real for Premiership?

Chelsea, Man City, and Man Utd have been put on alert as Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly ready to quit Real Madrid this summer.

The 27-year-old was linked with a return to former club United at the end of last year, with reports in Spain suggesting he was ready to quit Madrid after being unhappy with the criticism received from fans following the recent defeat to Barcelona in El Clasico.

Last month the Portugual international attempted to end speculation about whether he would be seeking a move, insisting he did "not think about the future."

But according to the Sunday Express, although relations between the £80million signing and Real Madrid fans have improved as Los Blancos close in on the Spanish title, it has still left Ronaldo restless.

And according to Sunday's report, he has told close friends that his "dream" move to the Spanish capital has become tarnished, opening the door to a return to the Premier League.

Ronaldo, who left Old Trafford in 2009 for a world-record fee, admitted last year that he is still in contact with United boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

And speaking last September, he refused to rule out a second spell in the Premier League, saying of a possible return to England: "I hope so, because I know the league, I know the players, I know the atmosphere."

Manchester City have also been linked with Ronaldo over the past few months, although the player appears to be loyal to his former club and a move to the blue half of Manchester looks unlikely, despite the cash-rich club - like Chelsea - being in a stronger position to meet Madrid's valuation.

United would not be willing to spend anywhere near the £80m they sold him for, although according to Sunday's report, the Red Devils would be prepared to shatter their current club record - the £30m they paid Tottenham for Bulgarian striker Dimitar Berbatov - in order to bring the winger back to the club.

Ronaldo's manager at Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho, is widely expected to return to the Premier League when he quits the club, which could also be as soon as this summer.

Who will Draw the first Blood, Benfica Vs Chelsea and Apoel Nicosia Vs Real Madrid? Watch Out......

There are two games taking place in the Champions League tonight, with Chelsea and Real Madrid both in action.
The Champions League has entered the quarter-final stage and both Chelsea and Madrid will be looking to get a result away from home this evening.
Real Madrid travel to Cyprus to take on Apoel Nicosia tonight - the first Cypriot team to reach the last eight of the competition.
Apoel say they want to represent their country with "honour" when they face the La Liga leaders.
"This is the apex of the team's history so far, which also honours Cypriot football," said Apoel spokesman Panicos Hadjiliasis.
"It's the highest honour to represent Cyprus among the best teams in Europe."
Chelsea travel to Portugal to take on Benfica, with the Blues flying out of London shortly after midfielder Frank Lampard claimed the players were "not as good as we used to be".
However, Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has defended the quality of his squad, who fought hard to come from behind and see off Napoli in the last round.
"Everybody seems to have an opinion, and they have that right, but I disagree," he said on Monday.
"I believe in my team, my squad, my players.
"I don't think we're a weak team, not at all.
"We have, still, many games to play in the Premier League to reach fourth, and two games in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
"It looked a little gloomier two weeks ago, so we're pleased to be here.
"If we had a few more points in the Premier League, we wouldn't be talking like this.
"It's a very fine line between success and failure. This team has all the ability to play a very good game tomorrow night and show the qualities these players have."
Crunchsports.com will have team news and full coverage of both games online throughout the day!
Tuesday's Champions League fixtures:All kick-off times 19:45 BST unless otherwise statedApoel Nicosia v Real Madrid
Benfica v Chelsea