Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, has showered encomiums on Cristiano Ronaldo, after the Real Madrid player scored his 500th career goal in their 2-0 win over Malmo in the Champions League.
Ferdinand pointed out how Ronaldo, has developed into a much more effective player since his early days at Old Trafford.
“When he came to Manchester United he was a show pony, he wanted to do skills, he wanted to show how good he was,” the ex-England defender told BT Sport.
“Then, he realised it was about end product.
“To become the best player in the world it was purely about scoring goals or setting up others, and having an impact on games.
“He’s forced himself to become that guy. He’s been relentless, season upon season raising that bar.
“That’s greatness right there.”
Ronaldo left United for Madrid in a £80m move in 2009 – a world record then.
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