The notion that maybe Mendes would be helping us use this link to force Levy’s hand is ridiculous. Ronaldo has one of the biggest ego’s in the world, he wouldn’t want his name being used for anyone’s benefit let alone City’s. He’s already come out and dismissed rumours linking him to Madrid, it’s a matter of time he gets wind of this and distances himself from it. Imo it’s a complete non starter. From a personal perspective, I don’t really care where a player has played before, if he’s gonna come in and win us trophies, then do whatever is necessary. As the saying goes, the badge on the front is bigger than any name on the back (except our third kit).