Tuesday, March 05, 2013 - Real Madrid ace Cristiano Ronaldo has acknowledged the influence of Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson on his development as a footballer.
The 28-year-old played under the legendary Scot while at Old Trafford from 2003 until 2009 when joined Real Madrid in a record £80m fee.
The 28-year-old played under the legendary Scot while at Old Trafford from 2003 until 2009 when joined Real Madrid in a record £80m fee.
"He is the coach who taught me how to be a footballer. I arrived in Manchester when I was just 18 remember.
"He directed my career in the best possible way and for me he's one of the most important people in the world of football. I have a great relationship with him and it will be good to see him again.
"Ferguson and Jose Mourinho are both great managers, both experienced, and both always want to win everything they can. That's why they have been champions so many times." Ronaldo told Times of India.
Ronaldo will line up against his former employers in tonight’s Champions League last 16 second leg tie that stands at 1-1.
The Kenyan DAILY POST.