‘Cristiano Ronaldo told us to join Manchester United. We were considering their offer, then he phoned to say that it only rained in Manchester but that it was great fun too’: How the Portuguese legend convinced Brazilian stars to sign for Red Devils

Cristiano Ronaldo played a crucial role in persuading unnamed Brazilian stars to join Manchester United in 2007 by personally convincing them. He allegedly called them to discuss the move, humorously noting that while it rained in Manchester, the experience was ultimately very enjoyable. This anecdote highlights Ronaldo's influence on key signings for the club during his first tenure.