I am a better man after ‘bad phase’ at Manchester United – Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo admits his second spell at Manchester United was a “bad phase” of his career (Armando Franca/AP)

Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is a better man after coming through a “bad phase” of his career during his second spell at Manchester United.

The arrival of Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford in the summer saw the Portugal veteran’s game time restricted and, as his unhappiness grew so did his frustration, which led to an unauthorised and explosive television interview with Piers Morgan in which he criticised the club.