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Morata reveals why Ronaldo is like tennis icon Nadal and discusses his own future after Juventus loan

The Spain international forward has enjoyed working with the Portuguese superstar in Italy, but is due back at Atletico Madrid this summer

Alvaro Morata has worked with Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid and Juventus, with the Spain international comparing the winning mentality of an all-time great to tennis legend Rafael Nadal.

Constant pursuit of perfection has carried the Portuguese icon to the top, with five Ballons d'Or and as many Champions League crowns.

Remarkable standards have been maintained across a record-setting career, and Morata would place the 36-year-old in a sporting talent pool alongside Spanish superstar Nadal, who is just a year younger and continues to chase down additions to his historic haul of 20 Grand Slam titles.