Ronaldo tipped for Manchester United return for different role
Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to make a return to Manchester United, not as a player, but in a coaching or managerial role.
According to his former United teammate Louis Saha, the Portuguese superstar has the passion and knowledge to take on such a role in the future.
Saha suggested that Ronaldo’s second stint at United, which ended in controversy nearly two years ago, left the five-time Ballon d’Or winner frustrated.
“He didn’t see the same formula and passion from young players that he was used to,” Saha said.
Saha tip Ronaldo for Manchester United return – Getty image
However, he is confident that Ronaldo, known for his hardwork, could channel his experience into a successful managerial career, much like other former players such as Roy Keane.
Ronaldo has previously expressed little interest in coaching, saying in 2019 that he wasn’t interested in a managerial career.
However, he didn’t completely close the door on the possibility. “Maybe one day I will be bored and I will feel like it,” Ronaldo hinted.
Ronaldo’s legacy at Manchester United is well-established, having first joined the club in 2003 and later returning in 2021.
Despite his controversial exit following a public fallout with Erik ten Hag, Saha believes Ronaldo’s future involvement with the club could bring a new era of success.
