Cristiano Ronaldo: 'History will be written' with Manchester United
International superstar Cristiano Ronaldo took to social media on Tuesday to express his excitement about rejoining Manchester United.
The 36-year-old footballer posted to his Instagram account he is "back where I belong" and that "history will be written once again" in his return to Old Trafford.
ESPN confirmed the Ronaldo move from Juventus to Manchester United, where he previously played from 2003 through 2009. During that time, he registered 118 goals in addition to winning three Premier League titles and a Champions League triumph in 2008.
Man United announced Ronaldo's deal spans two years with an option for a third year "subject to international clearance." Per the ESPN report, Juventus confirmed the Premier League side paid a €23 million ($27 million) transfer fee for Ronaldo, which is payable over the next five years.
Ronaldo tallied 133 appearances, 101 goals scored and five trophies won during his tenure with Juventus.
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