Cristiano Ronaldo came to Juventus in 2018 in a blockbuster signing. And what a signing he was for Juve – he scored 101 goals in 134 matches in all competitions and in three seasons at Alianz Stadium, won two domestic titles, one Italian Cup and two Italian Super Cups. However, Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli eventually did not get what he hired Ronaldo for – the Champions League trophy.Criticism of the public was getting louder and was more and more frequent. Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci has been among those who have hinted that the team was too centred around Ronaldo.’We had lost this characteristic [playing as a team] from Juve, we were playing with a great champion like Ronaldo and we wanted to put him in a position to always do well, thinking he could solve all the matches. This year we are rediscovering that right humility that it serves to regain victory.’ Bonucci said earlier this month.Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner expecting twinsBonucci’s defensive partner Giorgio Chiellini has also stated that Juve would have been better off if Ronaldo had decided to leave earlier to give them better preparation for this season.’Had he gone away on August 1st, we would have had time to prepare better.’ Chiellini stated.So – last summer Portuguese star decided to pack his bags and return to Manchester United.”Ronaldo did not feel love and respect. At one point he felt like a scapegoat because of the unsatisfactory results of Juventus. He was afraid that he would be considered the main culprit for failure,” said Patrice Evra, Ronaldo’s former United teammate for Roman outlet La Repubblica.Sat: (4.20) VERONA (3.60) JUVENTUS (1.95)The Frenchman understands the mentality around the Turin club – he played for Juventus for three years. Evra was not surprised when the Portuguese returned to Manchester, an environment where he began his rise to stardom.”When he realized he could come back, he didn’t think twice about it. In the end, Manchester United is his love, where no one would think of criticizing him or showing disrespect,” Evra added.Since returning to Old Trafford, Ronaldo recorded six goals in nine games for the Red Devils.Sat: (2.85) TOTTENHAM (3.40) MAN. UNITED (2.60)
