JUVENTUS defender Danilo has declared Cristiano Ronaldo can play on ‘as long as he wants’ as he waxed lyrical over his team-mates fitness levels.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner, 36, revealed last year that he plans to carry on competing at the highest level until the age of 40.
Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo continues to shine at the age of 36Credit: Getty Images – Getty
It was a statement echoed by Portugal boss Fernando Santos who confirmed they are his intentions as he too insisted the forward will call time on his career when he wants.
Ronaldo continues to show no signs of slowing down having fired in 27 goals in 31 games in all competitions this term.
And Danilo – who also played alongside the ex-Manchester United ace at Real Madrid – has stated it is an honour to be part of the same dressing room as him.
He told Marca: “I played with Cristiano Ronaldo for two years at Real Madrid and now at Juventus.
“Many follow him from a distance and I am honoured to be part of his story.
“Seeing him work every day scoring goals and his ambition to win is incredible.”
Commenting on what is the limit for Ronaldo, Danilo added: “He makes the limits.
“As long as he continues with this motivation, I can’t see any limits for him. You can go on as long as you want.
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Danilo has praised the fitness levels of Ronaldo after declaring he can play on for as long as he wantsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
“Physically he is incredible, he is 36-years-old and plays every game.
“He does not rest and doesn’t want to either, he is unique.”
Ronaldo reportedly faces being put up for sale by the Old Lady in the summer in their attempt to raise funds after being hit by the coronavirus pandemic.
He has failed to help Juve win a first Champions League since 1996, with the club in danger of crashing out at the hands of Porto.
The Portuguese side take a 2-1 lead going into the Round of 16 second leg in Turin on Tuesday after shocking the Italian outfit last month.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
