Cristiano Ronaldo returns: 'He senses big moments and scores goals. He's clinical, he's ruthless'

Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA

There were many reasons why bringing Cristiano Ronaldo - even at 36 - back to Old Trafford was a no-brainer for Manchester United but his winning mentality was one of the most important.

His goals, his skill, his X-factor, his commercial value off the pitch tick all the boxes but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer identified his desire, determination and experience of winning trophies as key.