Guillem Balague's new book, "Rise of the Villans," is now available for pre-order. It is the definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo, fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, his explosive exit from Manchester United, and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr. The book takes us on a journey from Madeira to Manchester, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia, chronicling Ronaldo's career in its entirety.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2024
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

PRE-ORDER RISE OF THE VILLANS, GUILLEM BALAGUE'S NEW BOOK, NOW OUT 25 SEPTEMBER

The definitive award-winning biography of Cristiano Ronaldo - fully updated to include the 2022 World Cup, Ronaldo's explosive exit from Manchester United and his record-breaking transfer to Al-Nassr

As the Qatar World Cup opened to worldwide jubilation, Cristiano Ronaldo's second spell at Manchester United reached an abrupt conclusion. It was not to be the fairy tale ending to a glittering career. Instead, over the two seasons, it had snowballed into a toxic standoff between himself, the board and newly appointed manager, Erik ten Hag. The Theatre's dream was over. On 22 November 2022, Ronaldo's contract was terminated.

In this compelling account, Guillem Balagué draws on impeccable sources, first-hand interviews and unprecedented access, taking us on a journey from Madeira to Manchester, and onto Spain, Italy and Saudi Arabia. From Ronaldo's tutelage under Sir Alex Ferguson to becoming the biggest 'galáctico' of them all at Real Madrid, and captaining Portugal to the first silverware in their history at the UEFA Euro 2016, Guillem chronicles Ronaldo's career in its entirety.

This is nothing less than the definitive portrait of a true icon of modern football, who has reached the very heights of the beautiful game and cemented his place as one of the greatest players of all time.

Weight: 406g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399619196