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Cristiano Ronaldo is 'MORE accessible than Lionel Messi and 'never backs down if a team-mate is in need,' claims Brazilian midfielder Arthur Melo - who has played alongside both superstars

Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo has declared Cristiano Ronaldo is more accessible than Lionel Messi, having played alongside both.

The 24-year-old transferred to Turin from Barcelona this summer in a swap deal involving Miralem Pjanic going the other way.

He has now played in midfield behind two of the best players of all time, who have 11 Ballon d'Ors between them, putting him in a good position to compare the duo.

Arthur Melo has declared Cristiano Ronaldo is more accessible than Barcelona's Lionel Messi

The 21-cap Brazilian international has stated Ronaldo is more personable than his Argentine counterpart.