Sir Alex Ferguson is described by multiple sources as playing a “major role” in mufc re-signing Cristiano Ronaldo.

Sir Alex Ferguson called members of mufc’s board and Jorge Mendes to ensure United were doing everything possible to sign Cristiano Ronaldo. Sources say “all hell would have broken loose” if United had missed out on him

Over 24 hours he was phoning Ronaldo and using his good relationship with Jorge Mendes to aid United’s cause.

Cristiano Ronaldo returns to Manchester with a new team and career earnings of more than $1 billion