Solskjaer Admits United Made a Mistake Re-Signing Ronaldo
Former Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made a shocking confession, revealing that the club made a mistake by re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo in 2021. The Norwegian tactician, who was in charge of the Red Devils during Ronaldo’s second stint, believes that the Portuguese superstar’s return had a negative impact on the team’s dynamics.
Solskjaer was speaking at the Oslo Business Forum when he opened up about the decision to bring Ronaldo back to Old Trafford. He revealed that he was hesitant to sign the 36-year-old due to concerns about how his arrival would affect the team’s dressing room. "I think maybe that affected the whole dressing room, the dynamic in the dressing room," Solskjaer said. "Maybe other players felt less important because of course this is one of the world superstars that comes in."
Ronaldo’s return to United was highly anticipated, with many expecting him to lead the team to more success. However, the Portuguese forward struggled to find his footing under new manager Erik ten Hag, ultimately leading to his departure to Al Nassr in January 2023. Despite his impressive goal-scoring record during his first season back, Ronaldo’s impact on the team was largely overshadowed by his controversies and disagreements with the coaching staff.
Solskjaer’s comments are a damning indictment of the club’s decision to re-sign Ronaldo, who was expected to bring a winning mentality and leadership qualities to the team. Instead, his arrival seemed to create tension and disrupt the team’s chemistry. It’s a harsh reality check for United fans, who had high hopes for the Portuguese superstar’s second stint at the club.
The question now is what went wrong, and whether United’s mistake can be rectified. Solskjaer’s departure from the club in November 2021 was a result of the team’s poor performance, and it’s clear that his decision to re-sign Ronaldo was a major factor in that.
What do you think, United fans? Did the club make a mistake re-signing Ronaldo? Let us know in the comments!
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