Former Manchester United target Cicinho has apologised to Sir Alex Ferguson after revealing why he turned down a move to Old Trafford.
The now-retired Brazilian right-back has revealed he was close to signing for the Red Devils in 2005 before instead opting to join Real Madrid from Brazilian side Sao Paulo.
Cicinho, who at the time was seen as the natural successor for Cafu in the Brazil national squad, has explained his decision on social media.
On Instagram he wrote: 'Today marks the 16th anniversary of my introduction to @realmadrid.