Cristiano Ronaldo, the 39-year-old Portuguese forward, is back at Manchester United, the club where he enjoyed tremendous success in his first stint from 2003 to 2009. During those glorious years, Ronaldo helped United secure three Premier League titles, a Champions League trophy, and a Club World Cup crown. It’s no surprise that he still holds a deep affinity for the club, despite their recent struggles, finishing eighth in the league last season.
In a recent interview on the ‘Rio Ferdinand Presents’ podcast, Ronaldo shared his thoughts on the club’s future and the ongoing transition. He expressed his satisfaction with the way the new owners, led by INEOS boss Jim Ratcliffe, are investing in infrastructure. According to British media outlets, Ronaldo said, “They need to rebuild everything, in my opinion… the club needs time to rebuild because it’s still one of the best clubs in the world, but they need to change. They understand that this is the only way.”
Ronaldo remains optimistic about United’s prospects, stating, “I believe that the future will be bright. I believe, but they don’t depend only on the talents. They have to rebuild from the bottom. If not, they cannot compete. It will be impossible.” However, he also acknowledged the scale of the task at hand, recognizing that a complete overhaul is necessary for the club to regain its competitive edge.
With United manager Erik Ten Hag facing early pressure following two defeats in their opening three games, Ronaldo suggested leaning on his former teammate and assistant coach, Ruud van Nistelrooy. “You cannot rebuild a club without knowledge,” Ronaldo asserted. “I believe that Ruud is going to help because he was inside the club. He knows the club, he knows the fans. If the coach listens to him, I think they can improve a little bit the club.”
As United, currently sitting in 14th place in the league, prepare to visit Southampton on Saturday, Ronaldo’s insights and experience will undoubtedly be invaluable. His belief in the club’s potential and his desire to see them succeed are evident, and his influence both on and off the pitch will be crucial in the challenging journey ahead.
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