Rooney: Ronaldo World Best

Cristiano Ronaldo is the best in the World right now, according to none other than Wayne Rooney (who knows a thing or two about football!)

His fancy tricks and flicks trhat won him the hearts of the neutral have blossomed into goals and assists, and he has bexcome the most influential footballer the World has seen so far this year - even Ronaldinho could take lessons from him!

"Cristiano is at this moment the best player in the world. I'm just delighted he's playing for us!" said Rooney.

"You want to play with the very best players and it's great to be in the same team as Cristiano."

Rooney said at the time he was "disappointed" by Ronaldo's actions and now says he has been impressed with how his team-mate has handled the pressure.

"He's been brilliant, especially coming back from the World Cup when it was very difficult for him with all the media attention," added Rooney.

"But he's come through that and he's been absolutely fantastic this season. Hopefully that will continue, and he'll hopefully help us bring back some silverware this season."