‘Absolute rubbish’ – Ex-Man Utd man silences Ronaldo’s critics

Mikael Silvestre has rubbished Cristiano Ronaldo’s critics who suggest that the forward creates a “problem” for Man Utd.

Ronaldo returned to United during the summer as the English side signed him from Italian giants Juventus.

The 36-year-old has performed well for the Red Devils this season as he has been involved in 15 goals from his 19 appearances across all competitions.

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Despite this, some have suggested that Ronaldo is a “problem” for Man Utd as he does not make them a better team.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has left the club and Ralf Rangnick is now their interim manager. They are sixth in the Premier League but they will move up to fourth if they win their two games in hand.

As quoted by the Daily Star, Silvestre has suggested that Ronaldo “shows the way” without having to be captain:

“This comment about him being a problem is absolute rubbish. Look at the ratio of goals scored; chances created since the start of the season,” Silvestre said.

“Cristiano wants to help, wants to win trophies. He didn’t come to United to relax pre-retirement, it’s an even a bigger challenge than what he faced at his previous clubs.

“He left United after winning the Ballon D’or, winning the Premier League and being a top player. There would be questions asked of him and what he can bring but he’s a leader.

“He doesn’t wear the armband, but he shows the way, and everything has been positive in what he’s done.”

Earlier this month, Silvestre backed Rangnick to help Man Utd become “title contenders”:

“Rangnick is good news. We know what he wants from his players, he has a plan and knows how to execute it. It’s a good appointment, I’m pleased with it,” Silvestre said

“It is smart because it gives both sides time to see if there is a match – from the club’s management and Ralf’s perspective.

“There is a mid-term plan and it could be the one that takes United to being title contenders. Not this season but his mission is to finish in the Champions League which is hard enough.

“You have to be sensitive and consider the gap in quality and performances.

“There is enough quality in the squad to finish in the top four – that is where they should finish.”