I prefer other people to make judgments about the way I play and to characterize me, rather me describe myself.

I still remember when my teacher told me that football wouldn't give me anything to eat

Lots of young players have triumphed at United, so why can't it happen to me? I'm not worried I'm young - it's an incentive to do the best I can.

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.

There have been a few players described as the new George Best over the years, but this is the first time its been a compliment to me.

I feel bad only when I play badly. Fortunately, that happens rarely.

I do my profession, my job, I give me all for my club...the rest doesn't matter to me. I don't care what happens on the outside.