"Bruno, Bruno, Bruno, came from Sporting like Cristiano," was soon heard on the terraces and it seemed like United had signed a player that would inspire them to win silverware. The news that Manchester City were looking to sign Ronaldo emerged that summer and Solskjaer's now famous press conference followed. United had signed Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane and Ronaldo promised to be the final piece of the jigsaw to challenge for the Premier League title. That is laughable with the benefit of hindsight, as United endured their worst Premier League campaign for decades instead. The jury remains out on whether Fernandes and Ronaldo can play together - they both have something to prove.

Source: Express September 22, 2022 05:09 UTC