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Best reaction to Ronaldo's sensational return to Manchester United

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Cristiano Ronaldo is back.

Fans, players, and journalists all shared their shock, dismay, and excitement as Ronaldo secured his return to Manchester United on Friday. The deal materialized just a day after Manchester City emerged as the frontrunners to sign the 36-year-old, who risked angering United's entire fan base had he accepted a transfer to their rivals.

United's confirmation post received 1 million likes on Twitter in less than an hour, and the club's stock skyrocketed shortly after the move was announced. Here are the best reaction tweets from Friday's remarkable turnaround:

Current and ex-players

The fans

The media

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