Is Cristiano Ronaldo the fittest footballer?
What's the story
33-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo has set a fitness level which is difficult for others to match. The former Manchester United and Real Madrid player, who recently passed a medical at new club Juventus, left the staff astounded. It has been revealed that the Portuguese has the physical strength and capacity of a 20-year-old. Here is more on Ronaldo's amazing fitness level.
Remarkable
Ronaldo's fitness level way above others
As per media reports, the medical test revealed that the veteran ace has just got 7% body fat, which is lower than an average professional footballer.
He also has 50% muscular mass, which is four percent higher than other players.
This is remarkable for a 33-year old footballer.
As per FIFA, CR7 clocked a top speed of 34 km/h at the 2018 World Cup.
Fitness
Ronaldo's age is just a number
At Ronaldo's age, most of the footballers playing European club football, go to distant continents at the twilight of their careers.
But not Ronaldo, who is adamant in leaving a mark with Juventus.
Given his physical attributes and strengths, Ronaldo could go all the way to complete his 4-year deal at the club and play until the age of 37.
Twitter Post
Ronaldo aims to take Juve to a higher level
🎙 @Cristiano: "Juventus have given me a great opportunity, it's a step forward in my career. It's no coincidence that they have won the last seven Scudetti. I feel honored that Juve thought of me, and I want to take them to an even higher level."#CR7DAY #CR7JUVE
— JuventusFC (@juventusfcen) July 16, 2018