Ronaldinho signing vantastic - Ruud

Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy believes the capture of Ronaldinho would give the club the best possible chance of success in the Champions League.

It appears increasingly likely the Brazilian World Cup winner is on his way to Old Trafford for £10million – and van Nistelrooy could not be happier.

“It is fantastic news for the club and for me. We could not sign a better player, I genuinely mean that,” he told the Daily Mail.

“I imagine Ronaldinho will play in the hole behind the main striker and that is exactly what we need.

“The manager has been looking for that type of player since he tried to sign Paolo di Canio 18 months ago.”

The Dutchman added: “Now it looks like we are close to getting the best in the business.

Ronaldinho is a sensational player and I am so excited.

“It is obvious a player like this will only make the team better. He will help us in the Premiership and he will give us a better chance to go all the way in the Champions League.”