Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted he would not have become the
world-beating player he is today had Sir Alex Ferguson not handed
him Manchester United's iconic No.7 shirt.
For the first time, Ronaldo has revealed he initially chose the
obscure No.28 shirt when he joined United four years ago - because
it had not been assigned to any other player.
But Fergie told Ronaldo he was going to wear the number made famous
by United legends such as George Best, Bryan Robson, Eric Cantona
and David Beckham.
And Ronaldo, who has graduated to become one of the world's best
players, admitted wearing the No.7 had inspired him.
"After I joined the manager asked me what number I'd like," said
Ronaldo. "I said 28. But Ferguson said 'no, you're going to have
No.7' and the famous shirt was an extra source of motivation.
"I was forced to live up to such an honour."
