Ronaldo Red Devils for life
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Cristiano Ronaldo has declared he wants to become a Manchester United legend after breaking his silence over the great wink saga.
Ronaldo has become a hate figure amongst Premiership fans for his part in getting England star Wayne Rooney sent off during the World Cup.
The wing wizard, who said during the World Cup that he wanted to quit United for Spanish giants Real Madrid, told the Mirror: "When we are hot-headed, sometimes we say things we don't mean to, or, at least, that are not appropriate.
"I have been here since I was 18 years old, the club have supported me from the first to the last minute of my career, things have gone well. I have developed a lot in all aspects, physically as well as mentally, which has all been very gratifying for me."
And on becoming a United legend, he said: "It is an important phenomenon. To stay at the club until the end of my career...we will see what happens.
"It is true that I said that one day I would like to play in Spain. But if that does not happen, it will not be a problem. I am at United and I feel very good.
"This is one of the biggest clubs in the world. My ambition was always to play for a big club - and here I am. There is one thing I am sure of: Manchester United are the ideal club for me."
Ronaldo admits after the World Cup he received death threats and had extra security put on his house in Manchester, but insists that he never fell out with Rooney.
"Most people think that I had a hassle with him, but that isn't true," said Ronaldo. "Throughout my career I have always defended, and in any circumstances, my country.
"It could be that my best friends play for other teams but, firstly, I will defend my country and my shirt.
"Secondly, what actually happened was an absolutely normal thing, and I believe any player who was in my situation would have done the same thing.
"And thirdly, I haven't had any problem with Wayne Rooney. He is my colleague and my friend, and we continue to get along fine."
Ronaldo has become a hate figure amongst Premiership fans for his part in getting England star Wayne Rooney sent off during the World Cup.
The wing wizard, who said during the World Cup that he wanted to quit United for Spanish giants Real Madrid, told the Mirror: "When we are hot-headed, sometimes we say things we don't mean to, or, at least, that are not appropriate.
"I have been here since I was 18 years old, the club have supported me from the first to the last minute of my career, things have gone well. I have developed a lot in all aspects, physically as well as mentally, which has all been very gratifying for me."
And on becoming a United legend, he said: "It is an important phenomenon. To stay at the club until the end of my career...we will see what happens.
"It is true that I said that one day I would like to play in Spain. But if that does not happen, it will not be a problem. I am at United and I feel very good.
"This is one of the biggest clubs in the world. My ambition was always to play for a big club - and here I am. There is one thing I am sure of: Manchester United are the ideal club for me."
Ronaldo admits after the World Cup he received death threats and had extra security put on his house in Manchester, but insists that he never fell out with Rooney.
"Most people think that I had a hassle with him, but that isn't true," said Ronaldo. "Throughout my career I have always defended, and in any circumstances, my country.
"It could be that my best friends play for other teams but, firstly, I will defend my country and my shirt.
"Secondly, what actually happened was an absolutely normal thing, and I believe any player who was in my situation would have done the same thing.
"And thirdly, I haven't had any problem with Wayne Rooney. He is my colleague and my friend, and we continue to get along fine."
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