Barcelona defender Gerard Pique believes former Manchester United teammate Cristiano Ronaldo will win the Ballon d'Or ahead of Lionel Messi.

Pique said: "It is one thing to say who I want to win and another who I think will win. I said years ago that Messi has the merit to win, but Cristiano Ronaldo will end up winning. I am quite certain, for all he has done; goals, Champions League, league ... .

"It will be him and I am happy for him. But I am convinced that Leo will end up winning it also in the future."