Manchester United confirm Cristiano Ronaldo WILL wear the iconic No 7 jersey after sealing an emotional return to Old Trafford and Edinson Cavani will switch to No 21
Manchester United have confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will wear the iconic No 7 jersey after sealing an emotional return to Old Trafford.
Striker Edinson Cavani, who had worn the shirt last season and in the 1-0 away win at Wolves on Sunday, will switch to No 21.
Ronaldo’s Old Trafford return was finally confirmed on Tuesday, with the Portugal star completing his dramatic move from Juventus and becoming a United player for the second time in his career.
Manchester United have confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo will wear the iconic No 7 jersey
The No 7 shirt has a rich history at Old Trafford after previously been worn by icons like George Best, Bryan Robson, Eric Cantona and David Beckham.
The Portuguese superstar famously wore the legendary shirt number during his first spell at United between 2003 and 2009.
In his first six seasons at the club, Ronaldo made 292 appearances and scored 118 goals, winning nine trophies including three Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League.
United have splashed out £12.9m on the 36-year-old with £6.9m to follow in add-ons
United have splashed out £12.9m on the 36-year-old with £6.9m to follow in add-ons.
Ronaldo has put pen to paper on a two-year deal with an option for a further year after passing a medical in Lisbon at the weekend.
It could see him playing for United until he is 39.
Ronaldo wore the legendary shirt number during his first spell between 2003 and 2009
