Cristiano Ronaldo has notably presented himself as the man to fix Manchester United’s ongoing problems as he discussed his ambition to one day own the club.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, who plays for Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, has been highly critical of United during and after his second spell at Old Trafford.
in one Interview with former teammate Rio Ferdinand In September, Ronaldo said that his former club needed to “rebuild from the bottom” after a poor campaign under Eric ten Hag, who was subsequently sacked.
He said, “This club needs time to rebuild because it is still one of the best clubs in the world, but they need to change.” “They understand it. This is the only way. That’s why they show up, they start to change again, the structure of the club, the president, the infrastructure and everything. Club owner.”
Ronaldo said: “I believe the future will be bright. I believe, but they don’t rely only on talents. It is more than that. It’s all the clubs, everyone, not just the players, the club, everything as one unit, united. They have to rebuild from the bottom. If not, they can’t compete. That would be impossible.”
Speaking three months later and in globe soccer awards On Friday, the 39-year-old player was once again asked about the ongoing issues at his former club. His response definitely raised eyebrows.
Speaking on stage with Thibaut Courtois, Ronaldo said: “I said this a year and a half ago and I will continue to say this. The problem is not the coaches.” “The problem is not just the coach, it’s much more than that.”
Asked whether he still felt that way, Ronaldo suggested he would make major changes to the club if he were to become owner.
He added, “100 percent. If I become the owner of the club, I will clarify things and adjust what I find bad there. I am still very young, I have a lot of plans and dreams ahead. Mark, my word, I will definitely own a big club.”
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Earlier in the interview, the former Real Madrid forward had revealed his intention to become a club owner in the future, saying: “I’m not a coach. I’m never going to be a coach or president of the club? No.” “Probably the club owner.”
The interviewer then pressed him for his comments, asking: “Is this what you want to do to become a club owner?”
Ronaldo replied: “Possibly. I’ll see. It depends on the moment, the right opportunity.”
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