The mother of Cristiano Ronaldo has applauded criticism of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.

Dolores Aveiro has been quiet in the wake of Cristiano's explosive interview with Piers Morgan and let her daughters Katia and Elma attack his critics on social media.

But amid reports Manchester United are preparing to cut all ties with the Portuguese international, the 67-year-old made her feelings crystal clear.

She responded to an open letter by journalist and writer Luis Osorio which included a cutting description of United manager Erik ten Hag, who Ronaldo said he did not respect.

After a piece praising Ronaldo, Osorio wrote of ten Hag: “As far as the Dutchman who has managed you in these last few months goes, I just want to laugh.

“How can you compare what you are to a miserable footnote in football history!"

Echoing a rude outburst earlier this week from Alberto Joao Jardim, the former president of Madeira where Cristiano hails from, he added: “As Alberto Joao Jardim says, tell him to "f*** off".

Ronaldo's mother Aveiro responded to the post by posting a link to Osorio's Instagram alongside a clapping emoji.