Cristiano Ronaldo (foto: Screenshot)
Cristiano Ronaldo says he’s saddened by Manchester United’s struggles and insists new coach Rúben Amorim can’t perform miracles despite his efforts to revive the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo has shared his thoughts on Manchester United’s struggles, saying he still feels a deep emotional connection to the club but doubts that Rúben Amorim can single-handedly turn things around.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner left Old Trafford in controversial fashion two years ago, yet he admits the club’s ongoing problems still hurt him deeply.
“I’m sad, because this is one of the biggest clubs in the world — a club I carry in my heart,” Ronaldo told Piers Morgan in a recent interview. “Rúben Amorim is doing his best, but he’s not a miracle worker. Miracles don’t exist. United have good players, but some of them don’t feel the club’s greatness.”
Still scoring — but preparing for the end
Now 40, Ronaldo continues to shine with Al Nassr, where he has scored 102 goals in 115 matches, taking his career tally to 950. His ultimate goal is to reach 1,000 career goals, though he admits retirement is approaching.
“I’ll retire soon, but I’ll be ready. I’ll probably cry — it’ll be very hard. But I’ve been preparing for that moment since I was 25 or 26, and I think I’ll handle it,” Ronaldo said.
The Portuguese legend, who made his name at Sporting Lisbon, Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, remains one of the most decorated players in football history — with five Champions League titles and five Ballon d’Or awards.
For Ronaldo, however, the bond with Manchester United remains special. It was there, in 2008, that he first conquered Europe — and where, despite the turbulent end, part of his heart still belongs.