12 years after he wore a united shirt, guess who's back. most of the faces at old trafford might have changed but, speaking just before the signing was announced, the new boss clearly excited. cristiano is a legend of this club. he is the greatest player of if you ask me. i was fortunate enough to play with him. i coached him. the deal was confirmed in a short but sweet tweet, welcome home, cristiano. cue celebration outside the club's ground. it is superb! i cannot describe the feeling that we have. 0ur man is back, yes! all the talk this week, though, had been that ronaldo was heading to the other side of manchester. and this afternoon, city fans were putting on a brave face. thank goodness for that! what a waste of money he'd have been! way past his best. cristiano ronaldo was 18 when he first signed for united in 2003. now twice that age, at least one half of manchester will be hoping one of the greatest players of all—time still has more to give. jon donnison, bbc news.