Ferguson: Ronaldo can silence boo-boys

Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson insists Cristiano Ronaldo is going nowhere and believes the winger will not be adversely affected by any abuse from the terraces next season.

Ferguson also insisted Ruud van Nistelrooy will not be allowed to leave on the cheap and hinted at a possible move for Patrick Vieira following the demotion of Juventus.

Ronaldo angered England fans when appearing to play a part in Wayne Rooney’s sending off during the World Cup quarter-final with Portugal.

The 21-year-old was roundly booed during his country’s remaining matches in Germany and is expected to face a similar reaction from fans of other Premiership clubs.

Ronaldo initially expressed a desire to leave Britain and United, prompting speculation of a move to Real Madrid.

However, Ferguson said: “Without any question, Ronaldo will be our player next season and for the rest of his contract.

“I haven’t paid much attention to what Cristiano is supposed to have said about his future, but he will be back on July 31 to start training again with us.”