Cristiano Ronaldo reveals why he decided to sign for Man Utd despite Barcelona move. Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo of Al-Nassr revealed on El Chiringuito that. He almost signed for Barcelona before deciding to move from Sporting Lisbon to join Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United in the summer of 2003.
Ronaldo was one of the hottest properties in the young world during his time at Sporting Lisbon and was linked with a number of clubs. สมัคร UFABET Including Barcelona, but the Portuguese forward has revealed. A move to the Blaugrana never materialised before he joined Sir Alex Ferguson’s Red Devils.
‘I was with someone from that club and they wanted to sign me, but it didn’t happen. They wanted to sign me that year and go with them the next year. But Man United wanted me that year.’ Ronaldo said.
When asked about his thoughts on being the best player in history. Ronaldo, while he acknowledged both Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona. Did not hesitate to call himself the best player as well.
‘People can like Messi or Maradona and I respect them, but I’m the most complete. I’m the best player in history. I’ve never seen anyone better than me. I have a good header, And I have a good free kick. I’m fast, I’m strong, I jump a lot.’
Ronaldo also confirmed that he has no ill feelings towards Messi and that they have a good relationship. ‘I have a very good relationship with Messi. I used to be an interpreter at some awards ceremonies. He always treats me very well. Hopefully we will see our duel again, but I think it’s very difficult. ‘