JESSE LINGARD has shared incredible throwback pictures of himself as a starstruck kid with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Lingard revealed the nostalgic moment after the superstar completed his sensational return to Manchester United.
The England and United attacker celebrated Ronaldo’s stunning return to Old Trafford by reminiscing about his first meeting with the legend as a youngster.
Lingard posted the photos on Instagram with the message ‘Welcome home Cristiano’.
The 28-year-old has been linked with a move back to West Ham after his superb loan spell last season.
And Lingard faces a big challenge to break into the United team on a regular basis.
But the chance to work with Ronaldo this season could influence his decision and he may be tempted to stay and fight for his place.
Ronaldo’s return has provided the Red Devils with a huge boost and fans will be clamouring to see his second debut at Newcastle next month.
The 36-year-old legend called time on his career at Juventus and completed a remarkable move to United after appearing to be heading for rivals Manchester City.
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The Portuguese idol rose to fame in his first spell at Old Trafford before leaving for Real Madrid in 2009.
And Ronaldo will pocket £25million each season after agreeing a two-year deal worth £480,000 a week.
Ronaldo’s unrivalled work ethic and determination should inspire the rest of the United squad and Lingard cannot wait to be reunited with the forward.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
