Mancini lauds Ronaldo skill

Internazionale coach Roberto Mancini has lavished praise on Cristiano Ronaldo.

Internazionale coach Roberto Mancini has lavished praise on Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo.

Reports in Italy have suggested Inter could try to tempt the Premiership leaders with a mammoth bid for Ronaldo in the summer.

United have already moved to fend off interest from Barcelona, insisting the club's top scorer is not for sale at any price.

Mancini, whilst not commenting on the chances of landing Ronaldo, admits he would relish having the player at his disposal.

A long-time fan of the fleet-footed attacker, Mancini has praised Ronaldo for his consistent level of form this season.

"He's a great, really great player," Mancini told Mediaset.

"When he was young he already showed he would have a sensational future and I was convinced of his potential a long time ago.

"Now he's confirming himself on a really high level.

"A player worthy of Inter? And how!"