The boss was facing the media ahead of Saturday’s derby against Manchester City (kick-off 12:30 GMT), and just three days after two Ronaldo goals rescued a point for the Reds in a Champions League draw away at Atalanta.
That performance made it an impressive nine goals in 10 starts for the Portuguese since he completed his stunning return to Old Trafford in August.
But despite this significant contribution, journalists present at Carrington asked Ole what he made of suggestions that Ronaldo might be a negative for the team in some ways.
“How people can say that is a negative?