English fans love spectacular players like Alan Shearer and that is exactly what United have now signed. He has magic in his boots. The first thing you notice about him is that he is incredibly quick and very, very powerful for such a young man. He has great, close control and his technique is excellent. He believes he can do anything with the ball, and that confidence makes him very special indeed.

I don't have to show anything to anyone. There is nothing to prove.

If I can have the chance to be the best ever, then that would be perfect.

I'm proud to play for Real Madrid because I have fun; when you no longer have fun it's a sign that it's time to leave. For now though, I'm happy here at the greatest club in the world.

People whistle me because I am good-looking, rich and a great footballer. They are jealous of me.

I still learn, but I think it's the best thing in life to have a kid.

I am very happy to be signing for the best team in the world and especially proud to be the first Portuguese player to join Manchester United.