Ronaldo — already earning an impressive £90,000 a week — has been value for money to say the least, scoring 25 goals in 27 appearances this season, looking set to beat the legendary George Best's tally of 32 in a single season — a record for a winger at United.
“With Ronaldo having scored 25 goals already there is the potential for him to score 30 this season, without question," mused Sir Alex. "He’s not that far off and has a strong chance.
“I’m not sure that he is capable of scoring 30 league goals, though. I think that is a different matter entirely.
“Achieving that would be more difficult and it’s a big ask — but if he does manage it, I’ll pay him more money!”
Ronaldo currently has 17 goals in the Premiership and indeed it would be a tough ask to get the remaining 13 goals in the 15 games left. Sir Alex won't put any money on it though — having lost a bet of a similar nature with the Portuguese ace last season.
He recalled: “I had a bet with him last season and I lost, so there was no bet this time around. I’m making sure I keep my money.
“When this season started, people were asking whether Ronaldo could get 23 goals as he did last season. I said ‘why not?’ because the boy is such an exceptional talent
No comments:
Post a Comment