Man Utd Blocks Cristiano Ronaldo Jersey Sales in Shocking Move

Manchester United have unveiled their home and away kits for the 2025–26 campaign, with fans eagerly seeking to purchase adidas's striking new designs.

The home kit features black and white details on a classic United-red foundation, while the away strip presents something unique with a white base enhanced by lavender and deep purple highlights. Similar to most of the club's merchandise, these jerseys are selling rapidly.

Nevertheless, certain supporters have been puzzled by United's unusual club regulation that prevents them from customizing replica shirts with the names of three legendary figures, including five-time Ballon d'Or recipient Cristiano Ronaldo.

Why Have Man Utd Banned Cristiano Ronaldo Shirt Printing?

Although having a legendary player's name on the current kit might seem appealing and stylish, United fans hoping to have Ronaldo's name printed on their new jersey through the official club store will find themselves unable to do so because of licensing complications. The same restriction exists for two other iconic No. 7s in Eric Cantona and David Beckham.

As noted by author Simon Lloyd at United's Old Trafford Megastore, a club notice displayed on the wall states: "Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to print Cantona, Beckham, and Ronaldo."

This limitation stems from the fact that Cantona, Beckham and Ronaldo all control their personal image rights, as reported by The Sun, preventing their names from being printed on jerseys at the club store.

Despite all three being regarded as club legends, fans will need to consider other heroes—both past and current players—for shirt customization on the 2025–26 kits. Recent acquisitions Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha are expected to be favored options for the coming season, while current skipper Bruno Fernandes is also likely to appear on numerous replica jerseys.

United have been performing well in their new uniforms during the Premier League Summer Series in the United States, securing wins against West Ham United and Bournemouth. They will aim for a third consecutive victory in their new attire when they face Everton this Sunday.