Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo denied on Tuesday that he is sad because the club declined to give him more money. The Portuguese forward hit headlines after failing to celebrate the two goals he scored in a Spanish La Liga game against Granada on Sunday, saying he was “sad” for “professional reasons”. His assertion fuelled speculation over his future with Real Madrid, whom he joined for a world record fee of $131 million in 2009. “That I am feeling sad and have expressed this sadness has created a huge stir. I am accused of wanting more money, but one day it will be shown that this is not the case,” Ronaldo said via his Twitter account. “At this point, I just want to guarantee to the Real Madrid fans that my motivation, dedication, commitment and desire to win all competitions will not be affected. “I have too much respect for myself and for Real Madrid to ever give less to the club than all I am capable of. Abrazos to all madridistas.” (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter:@AO Sports/ and FacebookAhramOnlineSports)