James Rodríguez thanks Cristiano: he took me in and invited me over | OneFootball

The bond between James Rodríguez and Cristiano Ronaldo remains intact despite the passing of the years. The Colombian midfielder fondly recalled his arrival at Real Madrid, where the Portuguese star took him under his wing from day one. In the club’s dressing room, he immediately became his biggest support and confidant.

James revealed this: "Cristiano is a role model. When I arrived at Real Madrid, he was one of the first people to welcome me. He invited me to his house and we became very good friends. He is a wonderful person and an example to everyone. Just look at his physique at 41 years old."

For the man from Cúcuta, the Portuguese forward embodies the ideal model of a professional. He describes him as a wonderful person and someone everyone should always look up to. His influence goes beyond talent, standing out for his leadership and exceptional human qualities.

One of the aspects James praised most was his former teammate’s longevity at the elite level. At 41 years old, Cristiano displays an enviable physical condition. The Colombian urges the world to look at that daily discipline as an example of self-improvement.

These words reaffirm that the mutual admiration between both football legends is still completely alive. 

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