BREAKING NEWS: “My issues began when we brought him on board. The players’ performance dropped dramatically. I couldn’t manage the situation, similar to what happened with him and Erik Ten Hag.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer recently shared insights about the decision to bring Cristiano Ronaldo back to Manchester United during his managerial tenure. Ronaldo’s return in 2021 was a thrilling yet polarizing moment for fans, and Solskjaer shed light on the factors behind this move, as well as its impact on the team.

Ronaldo had first joined Manchester United in 2003, arriving from Sporting Lisbon to fill the gap left by David Beckham. Under Sir Alex Ferguson’s guidance, he became one of the most formidable players in world football. During his first stint at the club, Ronaldo won multiple Premier League titles, the Champions League, and his first Ballon d’Or.

In 2009, he transferred to Real Madrid for a then-record £80 million, where he cemented his place as a global football icon, winning several La Liga and Champions League titles, along with four more Ballon d’Or awards. After a spell at Juventus, Ronaldo made an emotional return to Manchester United in 2021, reuniting with Solskjaer.

Solskjaer admitted that one of the main reasons for re-signing Ronaldo was to prevent him from joining Manchester United’s rivals, Manchester City. He emphasized that the decision was not purely about football; it was also about protecting the club’s legacy. The thought of Ronaldo playing for City was too much for United fans to bear, and the club moved quickly to bring him back.

However, Solskjaer acknowledged that Ronaldo’s return had unintended consequences on the squad. Despite Ronaldo’s individual brilliance and his tally of 24 goals that season, the balance within the team was affected.

His presence, as one of the biggest names in world football, overshadowed other players and disrupted the team dynamic. Solskjaer’s time as manager came to an end shortly after Ronaldo’s return, and he reflected on the mixed results of the decision.

Since leaving Manchester United, Solskjaer has remained out of management but expressed a desire to return to football in the future. Meanwhile, Ronaldo’s career continues in Saudi Arabia with Al Nassr, marking the final chapters of his illustrious career. Despite the complications, Solskjaer’s decision to bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford remains a significant moment in Manchester United’s recent history.

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