Manchester United fans gave Cristiano Ronaldo a rousing 'welcome back' at Old Trafford yesterday.

Sport says Ronaldo, recovering from his ankle surgery, took his seat behind the United dugout and was greeted warmly by fans - so ending any doubts over how he would be treated after the summer's courting by Real Madrid.

The Portuguese also showed his passion for his teammates when he leapt to his feet after Darren Fletcher managed an equaliser in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Newcastle.