Cristiano Ronaldo has issued a warning that Manchester United is in need of a complete rebuild following Sir Jim Ratcliffe's recent investment in the club. With Ratcliffe acquiring a 27.7% stake in United, Ronaldo remains optimistic about the team's future but emphasizes that achieving success at the highest level will require patience.
Ronaldo, at 39 years old, expressed his belief that United must undergo significant changes to compete effectively. He highlighted the importance of rebuilding the club from the ground up, emphasizing the necessity of investing in key areas such as the training ground to ensure long-term success.
Despite acknowledging the challenges ahead, Ronaldo remains hopeful for a bright future for the club. He emphasized the need for United to focus on rebuilding in order to be competitive in top-tier competitions like the Champions League, Europa League, and Premier League.
Following his departure from Manchester United, Ronaldo moved to Saudi Arabia to play for Al Nassr. While reflecting on his time at United, he expressed mixed emotions about his exit but maintained his focus on the future.
Ronaldo's departure from United came after a mutual agreement, with the player expressing his views on the club's lack of investment during his tenure. Despite the challenges faced, Ronaldo expressed no regrets about his return to United from Juventus in 2021.
During his time at United, Ronaldo scored 145 goals in 346 appearances across two stints with the club. He admitted to struggling with the mentality of former manager Erik ten Hag, emphasizing the importance of a winning mindset.
Ronaldo also welcomed the appointment of his former teammate Ruud van Nistelrooy as an assistant manager at United, believing that his experience and understanding of the club could contribute to its improvement.
As United navigates the current Premier League season, the team has secured one victory and suffered two defeats in their opening three games. Despite the early challenges, Ronaldo remains hopeful for the club's future success.