The Portuguese wizard was also selected as the best forward after producing some scintillating displays last season.

Ronaldo scored 42 goals in all competitions to help United win the Premiership and the Champions League.

He finished Europe's premier competition as the highest scorer with eight goals.

However, Champions League runners-up Chelsea had the lion's share of UEFA awards.

Czech Republic's Petr Cech was named as keeper of the year, John Terry defender of the year and Frank Lampard midfielder of the year.