British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, spoke highly of Ronaldo, claiming the forward is one of the most "brilliant" players in the game. "He's one of the most brilliant players in the world," he told the BBC. "I think people will be sad that he's lost to the game in England."
"I know Sir Alex (Ferguson) well and he will be rebuilding the team. He will make them emerge in a new way, and probably make them even stronger in the long run!" Brown reasoned.