Ronaldo: Spanish eyes

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Cristiano Ronaldo admits it would be a dream to play for a top Spanish club.

The Manchester United star says he is very happy at Old Trafford but is keen to ply his trade in the Primera Liga at some point in the future.

The 22-year-old was speaking after finishing third behind Kaka and Lionel Messi at the Fifa World Player of the Year awards in Zurich.

"I would like to play for a Spanish club one day - I don't know if it is possible, but it is my dream," said Ronaldo.

"Sometimes I want something and it's not possible. But this is my dream."

Convince

The Portuguese international was linked with a move to Real Madrid in 2006 but Sir Alex Ferguson managed to convince the attacking midfielder his future was in the Premier League.

But while he admitted he was enjoying life at United he longed to one day play in Spain.

He added: "It's a fantastic league where they play beautiful football, but I am convinced the English league is the most competitive in every aspect.

"I feel very comfortable in the English league; I think it's beautiful, and if I stay in Manchester that would be great for me - I love the club; I love the supporters, and it would be amazing for me to stay there for many years.

"But maybe one day, only God knows whether it will happen, I would like to play for a Spanish team and experience the difference."