The Portuguese superstar agreed a deal to join United from Juventus last week and the football pundit believes the move will be a huge success.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Souness said:

Souness also believes Cristiano Ronaldo’s signing will make Manchester United instant contenders for the Premier League title. He said in this regard:

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly passed his Manchester United medical and will be available for selection after the international break.

The 36-year-old is widely regarded as one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

Ronaldo has won a whole host of individual and team accolades in his illustrious career so far, including five Ballon d’Ors and five UEFA Champions League titles .

During his first stint with Manchester United, Ronaldo managed to score 118 goals in 292 appearances and led the Red Devils to three Premier League titles and a Champions League title (his first).

Souness agrees that Cristiano Ronaldo took a huge risk by re-joining Manchester United

Although Souness thinks the move will be successful, the pundit also thinks that Cristiano Ronaldo may have taken a huge risk in leaving Juventus for Manchester United. He said:

But the Scotsman also believes Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence in the locker room will help the rest of the Manchester United squad up their game.

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