Berbatov: Man Utd’s ‘complex as a team’ is their ‘problem’, not Ronaldo

Dimitar Berbatov insists that a fit Cristiano Ronaldo should always start for Manchester United.

Ronaldo is United’s leading goalscorer this season, notching 15 in 31 games following his dramatic return to the club from Juventus last summer.

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But the Portugese superstar has been criticised for his attitude and effect on his teammates, leading to speculation he could leave after just one season.

Ronaldo wasn’t even in the stands as United were thrashed 4-1 by Manchester City in the derby on Sunday, with reports suggesting the striker flew home to Portugal having been ruled out through injury.

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His fitness status is unknown as the Red Devils prepare for a Premier League match against Tottenham this weekend.

Ronaldo’s former team-mate Berbatov believes that the Portuguese should always be named in Ralf Rangnick’s starting XI if he is healthy.

“If he’s fit, I would play him for sure,” Berbatov told Mirror Football. “Let’s put aside the fact that he’s 37, age sometimes, it’s honestly just a number.

“He brings goals, he knows how to move on the pitch. He wants to win. In my opinion – if he’s not fit, then obviously don’t risk him – if he’s fit and the manager decides to drop him to the bench, go and speak with him first, explain your decision and why you’ve done it. Listen to what he’s going to say.

“In football, there are players and players. Ronaldo is an icon in football and he deserves for you to go there like a manager in your office and say: