Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has heaped praise on Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portuguese winger completed his £80 million move to Real Madrid.
A statement on the club's official website on Wednesday confirmed that the unconditional world record fee had been paid.
He told www.manutd.com: "Cristiano has been a marvellous player for us. His six years at Old Trafford have seen him develop into the best footballer in the world.
"His contribution has been a major factor in the club's success in that time and his talent, his ability to entertain and his infectious personality have enthralled fans the world over.
"Everyone here wishes him well in his future career."
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A statement on the club's official website on Wednesday confirmed that the unconditional world record fee had been paid.
And Ferguson used the occasion to pay a glowing tribute to a player whose goals have played a large part in bringing three successive titles to Old Trafford.
He told www.manutd.com: "Cristiano has been a marvellous player for us. His six years at Old Trafford have seen him develop into the best footballer in the world.
"His contribution has been a major factor in the club's success in that time and his talent, his ability to entertain and his infectious personality have enthralled fans the world over.
"Everyone here wishes him well in his future career."
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