Ronaldo Returns to Manchester United with Record-Breaking Transfer FeeRonaldo Returns to Manchester United with Record-Breaking Transfer Fee In a sensational transfer move that sent shockwaves through the football world, Cristiano Ronaldo has made a triumphant return to Manchester United after 12 years. The Portuguese superstar has signed a two-year contract with the Red Devils, for a reported fee of £128.5 million. Ronaldo, now 36, left Old Trafford in 2009 to join Real Madrid, where he cemented his status as one of the greatest players of all time. During his time in Spain, he won four Champions League titles, two La Liga titles, and scored an astonishing 450 goals. In 2018, Ronaldo moved to Juventus, where he won two Serie A titles and a Coppa Italia. However, his time in Turin came to an end this summer after the club failed to challenge for major silverware. Manchester United’s interest in re-signing Ronaldo began in earnest after they missed out on Harry Kane, who opted to stay at Tottenham Hotspur. The Red Devils had been looking for a marquee signing to bolster their attack, and Ronaldo’s availability made him an obvious target. The transfer fee paid by United is a record for a player over 30 years old. It is also the third-highest transfer fee ever paid, behind Neymar’s move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 and Kylian Mbappe’s move to PSG in 2018. Ronaldo’s return to Old Trafford has been met with widespread excitement by fans and pundits alike. He is expected to make his second debut for the club against Newcastle United on September 11th. With Ronaldo back in the fold, Manchester United will hope to challenge for their first Premier League title since 2013. The Portuguese forward brings a wealth of experience and quality to the team, and his winning mentality is sure to inspire his teammates. The transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United is a landmark moment in the club’s history. It is a statement of intent from the Red Devils, who are determined to return to the summit of English football.