"We want to win a 10th European title"

Posted Monday, February 11, 2013 by Marca.com

Cristiano Ronaldo told The Sun of his feelings for Alex Ferguson and Manchester United. The Portuguese player is determined to make history with Real Madrid, just like he did at United when they beat Chelsea on penalties in the 2008 final in Moscow.

"Manchester was a very good cycle for me. I won everything there. It was a fantastic part of my life. And maybe it was the time I enjoyed my football the most because I was so young. To be at Manchester United at just 18! It was a dream!", Ronaldo said.

Ronaldo told The Sun: "The Champions League is very special at Real because we want to win a 10th European title. For me it is the pinnacle. There are so many memorable matches that remain in the minds of the players and the fans. And I want to make my contribution, I want to leave my mark".

United boss Alex Ferguson is the man Ronaldo calls his footballing father. The Portuguese revealed: "I arrived at United aged just 18 years old and he taught me how to grow up properly in the football world. Who better? He has so much experience, 1,000 players have passed through his hands. So he knows and appreciates what young players need. And what he taught me was the importance of decision making. How important it is to make the right decisions on the pitch and off it. That's why I say he was like a father to me".