Cristiano Ronaldo will always be the greatest footballer in history, according to one of the highest-profile figures in the sport.
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The ongoing debate over who truly deserves the title of "Greatest of All Time" (GOAT) in football remains as heated as ever, even as Ronaldo and Lionel Messi near the twilight of their careers.
For the past two decades, the two legends have dominated the sport, sharing one of the fiercest rivalries ever witnessed on the European stage, with a combined total of 13 Ballon d'Or trophies between them.
However, Ronaldo's former agent, Jorge Mendes, has made his stance clear, insisting that his compatriot is the greatest footballer of all time.
Speaking in an interview with Tuttosport, Mendes took the opportunity to praise Ronaldo's remarkable career and his relentless pursuit of excellence, stating: "Cristiano continues to score goal after goal, break record after record, and enjoy what he does so well.
"It's not the first time I've said it, nor will it be the last: for me, he will always be the best player of all time in the history of football."
While the rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi will continue to fuel debates for years to come, Mendes' comments highlight his firm belief in Ronaldo's place at the very top of the footballing hierarchy.
Mendes currently represents Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal, whom he believes should follow Ronaldo's off-field dedication to stay at the top for the next 20 years.
"I don't like to make comparisons, but Cristiano is undoubtedly a good example to follow, not only for Lamine but for all young players," he added.
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"If he follows his example on and off the pitch, he will certainly be at the top of world football in the next 20 years."
