Ex-United coach reveals Ryan Giggs’ impact on Cristiano Ronaldo
Ex-United coach reveals Ryan Giggs’ impact on Cristiano Ronaldo When Cristiano Ronaldo arrived at Manchester United in the summer of 2003, he was a lanky teenager with a lot of promise, but very little fame. Over two decades later, the Portuguese superstar is synonymous with success, stardom and worldwide appeal. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s transformation from an unknown figure to a household name has been built on years of discipline, hard work and ambition.
Ronaldo initially spent six seasons at Old Trafford, winning every title on offer before moving on to achieve bigger dreams with Real Madrid. After nine fruitful campaigns with Los Blancos and three more with Juventus, United’s prodigal son made a fairytale return to the Theatre of Dreams in the summer of 2021. The 41 year old’s second coming did not live up to expectations, prompting him to move to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr in December 2022.
That transfer was a piece of history in itself, as it opened the doors of the Middle East to the rest of the world. Now at the twilight of his career, Ronaldo is preparing for his swan song at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he will have the chance to add further glory to his name. It all started years ago at Carrington, and former United trainer Mick Clegg, who worked with the Portuguese during his first spell, has shed light on the player’s training regime.
Cristiano Ronaldo Club Career Stats Source: Transfermarkt . Ronaldo wanted to emulate Giggs Speaking to SPORTbible , Clegg hailed Ronaldo as the best he has ever worked with. He said: “Cristiano was the best trainer I ever worked with.
I’ve never seen anybody like him. Everything he has got out of football, he deserved it wholeheartedly. ” “He wanted to learn from day one.