The Portuguese considers himself and the Argentine star to be far better than the rest
Even Cristiano Ronaldo with his giant ego has to acknowledge Lionel Messi. In interview with France Football, the Portuguese forward said that both he and Messi are al long way ahead of the rest.
Asked about the potential 2018 Ballon d’Or candidates, Ronaldo mentioned Salah, Modric, Griezmann, Varane and Mbappe, but also said: “How many players are capable of playing at the highest level for more than 10 years? You count them on one hand. There are two, Messi and I.”
Ronaldo spoke of his signing for Juventus. “At my age no player would move to another big club for 100 million. At my age, and with respect to those who have done this, they go to China, the Emirates, or India, and finish their career without having to maintain their level.
