Cristiano Ronaldo ‘confirms’ Man Utd future after scooping double award

Cristiano Ronaldo looks set for another huge campaign at Manchester United after being voted the Fans’ Player of the Season and winning the Goal of the Season award.

The Portuguese international is likely to lead the Red Devils line under newly appointed manager Erik ten Hag after scoring 24 goals in all competitions last campaign.

His impressive form for the club led to him scooping both awards on Sunday and proves his importance to the team despite being 37.

“Thanks to all the fans who voted for me,” Ronaldo posted on his Instagram.

“I couldn’t be more proud of winning the Sir Matt Busby Award in my comeback year to Old Trafford and to the Premier League.

“This award goes to all the supporters who’ve never let us down during a very difficult season. Thank you so much for always being on our side and for helping us get Man United back on track.

“We know we can count on you.”

United had a season to forget last term finishing sixth in the Premier League with 58 points - their lowest recorded in the competition.

To add to this, they failed to win any silverware for a fifth consecutive season with their last taste of a trophy coming under Jose Mourinho in 2017.

However, the club will be hoping this will come to an end under Ten Hag, who guided Ajax to two consecutive Eredivisie titles, a Dutch Cup and Johan Cruyff Shield before joining the Red Devils from Ajax.

Ronaldo re-joined United on an initial two-year deal in 2021, with an option for a further year and is the only Red Devils star to be nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award.

The Portuguese international will discover if he can add a further accolade to his already extensive CV on Thursday 9 June.