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A few hours ago, Manchester United officially announced the return of Cristiano Ronaldo to Old Trafford after completing his medical in Lisbon over the weekend.
“Manchester United is delighted to confirm the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo aka CR7 on a two-year contract with the option to extend for a further year, subject to international clearance,” the statement read.
CR7, a five-time Ballon D’or winner, has so far won over 30 major trophies during his career, including five UEFA Champions League titles, four FIFA Club World Cups, seven league titles in England, Spain and Italy, and the UEFA European Championship for his native Portugal.
CR7 is the first player to win leagues in three different countries, he was also the highest goalscorer in last season’s Serie A and won the golden boot at this year’s European Championship. In his first spell for Manchester United, he scored 118 goals in 292 games.
Ronaldo took to his IG page to pen an emotional message to desperate Man United fans who get wait to see their former legend after 12years.
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Everyone who knows me, knows about my never ending love for Manchester United. The years I spent in this club where absolutely amazing and the path we’ve made together is written in gold letters in the history of this great and amazing institution.
I can’t even start to explain my feelings right now, as I see my return to Old Trafford announced worldwide. It’s like a dream come true, after all the times that I went back to play against Man. United, and even as an opponent, to have always felt such love and respect from the supporters in the stands. This is absolutely 100% the stuff that dreams are made of!
My first domestic League, my first Cup, my first call to the Portuguese National team, my first Champions League, my first Golden Boot and my first Ballon d’Or, they were all born from this special connection between me and the Red Devils. History has been written in the past and history will be written once again! You have my word!
I’m right here!
I’m back where I belong!
Let’s make it happen once again!PS – Sir Alex, this one is for you…
His new teammates also flooded the comment session to welcome the new hero to the squad.
Ronaldo is expected to make his return debut against Newcastle United after the International break at Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo’s jersey number is yet to be revealed, although multiplr sources claim he will be handed the iconic No.7 jersey currently worn by Edinson Cavani.
Rumors have that since Daniel James has joined Leeds United on permanent deal, Cavani will take the No.21 and give the No.7 to Ronaldo.
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