Sir Alex Ferguson has finally revealed the role he played in bringing Cristiano Ronaldo back to Manchester United and preventing him from joining local rivals Manchester City.<br /><br />The 36-year-old appeared to be on the verge of joining the reigning Premier League champions during the closing stages of the summer transfer window having decided to leave Juventus.<br /><br />City were said to have agreed personal terms with the five-times Ballon d’Or winner but the intervention of Ferguson and a series of United legends ultimately swayed him into making an emotional return after a 12-year absence.<br /><br />Speaking ahead of Ronaldo’s second debut for United against Newcastle on Saturday, Ferguson admitted the overriding emotion was one of relief once United got the deal over the line.<br /><br />He told Viaplay: ‘I’m exited like everyone else, there was anticipation all day yesterday and waking up in the morning. I speak for all supporters it’s a great day for Man Utd.<br /><br />‘A lot of people played their part (in bringing Ronaldo back) and I contributed knowing that really Cristiano wanted to come here and that was important.<br /><br />‘It worked very well.<br /><br />‘I wouldn’t say it’s emotional but it’s exciting for me and relief because I couldn’t imagine him playing for Man City, I don’t think anyone could.<br /><br />‘That’s why we took steps to make sure he came here and the club then followed in very well and I spoke to the Glazers and it was done.<br /><br />‘I think he will make an impact on the young players in particular, he’s got the experience to handle the occasion.’<br /><br />#SirAlexFerguson #CristianoRonaldo #ManchesterUnited<br /><br />Source: https://metro.co.uk/2021/09/11/alex-ferguson-finally-breaks-silence-on-his-role-in-cristiano-ronaldos-return-15243537/<br />
