Cristiano Ronaldo will have a dramatic impact on Manchester United’s chances of landing a Premier League title this season, according to leading football analysts, who have crunched the numbers on his sensational return.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner’s reunion with United will not only boost their prospects of a league title from seven percent to 12%, but significantly increase the likelihood of a Champions League triumph, too.
The game’s statisticians routinely compile data on players in order to predict their likely impact on new teams – and clubs use the information to inform their recruitment decisions.