Man United Legend Nemanja Vidic ‘Chooses’ Between Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo

• Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney were pivotal to Manchester United's success in the 2000s
• While both of them contributed, there has always been a silent debate on who was more pivotal
• Nemanja Vidic, who was privileged to share a locker room with the pair, recently gave his opinion

Manchester United legend, Nemanja Vidic has appeared to have chosen who between Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney was better at Old Trafford.

Whereas the debate pitting Rooney against Ronaldo is not as deep-rooted, United fans have often seemed divided on who between the two played a more vital role at the club.

According to Bleacher Report, the two struck up a formidable partnership at the Theatre of Dreams during their time together under the tutelage of Sir Alex Ferguson.

The pair's success at Man United, which saw them win numerous titles together, has seen their names be inked in the history books of the club.

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While Rooney and Ronaldo did not play in the same position, there has been a silent debate on who made the biggest contribution to the Red Devils.

Vidic on Rooney, Ronaldo debate

Vidic, who had the honour of sharing the locker room with the deadly duo, has seemingly delved into the silent debate.

While appearing on Rio Ferdinand's Vibe with Five podcast, the legendary defender showed a clear preference for Ronaldo, who he hailed for his dedication.

According to Vidic, whereas he believes Rooney had the talent to match Ronaldo's, the Englishman lacked the Portuguese star's mentality.

"You see Cristiano [Ronaldo] on Instagram, it's all flashy stuff but he deserves it," Vidic noted. "At his age, 18, 19, to 21, to have that mentality to work hard, not go out, fight for your dream, the way he did it he deserves everything he got. For me, Wayne Rooney, he failed in terms of that."

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Ronaldo hints at 'career change'

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Ronaldo teasing a 'career change' by assuming the role of a photographer midway through Al-Nassr's training session.

The veteran striker was spotted taking a few shots with a professional camera, with the images of his obvious amusement widely shared online.