This Is Ronaldo's Role And Position At Manchester United, Says Solskjaer

Cristiano Ronaldo (Instagram @cristiano)

JAKARTA - Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has revealed how he intends to use Cristiano Ronaldo this season.

Ronaldo returns to Old Trafford after 12 years, and Solskjaer sees him as a key player as United seek their first Premier League title since 2013.

"He's not contracted to sit on the bench," said Solskjaer after watching his side sit third in the table following Sunday's narrow 1-0 win over Wolves.

"He will make us a better team," he added.

The Portugal forward's return was greeted with euphoria by supporters, but for a player like Daniel James, it means new obstacles blocking their way into the first team.

Solskjaer admits Ronaldo's arrival could make it difficult for other players to find playing time at Old Trafford this season.

"There are some questions for some of our players," he continued.

"With the signing of Cristiano, we may reduce playing time for some players."

Turning back to Ronaldo, Solskjaer insisted he sees the 36-year-old more as a striker, not a winger.

“Cristiano has developed as a player, he plays wide to the right wide to the left, he is more like a centre-forward to me.

"We play with two up front, three up front, I want him in the box to score."

Ronaldo had to wait until the international break to make his second United debut.