Cristiano Ronaldo will leave Manchester United “immediately.”

Manchester United announced on Tuesday that Cristiano Ronaldo will leave the club “with immediate effect.”

The 37-year-old forward’s contract was terminated after he gave an explosive interview in which he criticized manager Erik ten Hag and the club’s owners. After failing to secure a move to a Champions League club in the summer. It was unclear where he would end up next.

“Following discussions with Manchester United, we have mutually agreed to terminate our contract early,” said Ronaldo. “I adore Manchester United and its supporters, also that will never change. However, the time has come for me to seek a new challenge.

“I wish the team the best of luck for the rest of the season and in the future.”

Ronaldo, currently in Qatar with Portugal, was attempting to win his country’s first World Cup title. He previously stated that he desired a transfer after being reduced to a fringe team member this season. He got his wish on Tuesday when United confirmed his departure. “Cristiano Ronaldo has agreed to leave Manchester United with immediate effect,” the club said in a statement.

“The club thanks him for his enormous contribution over two spells at Old Trafford. Scoring 145 goals in 346 appearances, also wishes him and his family the best of luck in the future.”

During a 90-minute discussion, Portugal’s captain said he felt “betrayed,” and was also critical of younger players. United announced last week that it had taken appropriate action in response to his comments. With the termination of his contract widely anticipated.