FORMER Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has branded Cristiano Ronaldo the special footballer of his generation
Posted Friday, July 15, 2016 by Dailystar.co.uk
The Real Madrid superstar helped Portugal to a surprise Euro 2016 win this summer, despite being stretchered off injured in the 1-0 victory over hosts France.
Ronaldo and Ferguson were pictured embracing as the former United superstar made his way down the Stade de France steps with his winners medal.
And the most successful manager in football history was quick to back the 32-year-old to have even more success.
"He has an incredible desire for football, Cristiano is looking forward to each workout," Ferguson told Bild.
"He always wants to be better, to win. He especially loves these big games.
"During my time at Manchester United, Cristiano was the player who developed the most. Through much hard work.
"He constantly worked on his shooting technique, with the right, left, his heading ability, his bounce. His performance improvement is incredible. And what is remarkable, today's football is so athletic, so fast."
Ferguson believes Ronaldo maintaining his form over countless years proves his talent is truly unique.
"Usually top players can only play for about five or six years at the highest level, then it's over," he added.
"Cristiano has been doing this for over 10 years. That makes him so exceptional.
"Every generation has its special footballer, Cristiano is currently."
Ronaldo was in sensational form for Real last season, scoring 51 goals and providing 15 assists in all competitions.
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