Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink rates Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard ahead of Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo.

"I'm not saying Cristiano Ronaldo is not good, he has his efficiency and his style of play which is very attractive, but I had to make a choice at that moment and chose Gerrard," the part-time Chelsea manager said.

"Gerrard is a team player and on top of that he is very determined and decisive. It's not just him though. Liverpool now have a very balanced team and Gerrard has some skilful players around him. Gerrard is one of a few players - I could name John Terry and Frank Lampard too - who are becoming legends while they are still playing. Most only become legends when they stop but those three are terrific examples for English football."