Wales coach Ryan Giggs has likened Manchester United winger Daniel James to his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, now with Juventus.

James, who turns 22 today, has made a stunning start to life at Old Trafford.

But he has become an instant target to be kicked from pillar to post by defences — just like superstar Ronaldo — and Giggs said: “Dan takes a lot of knocks but gets up, gets on with it and demands the ball back.

“Ronaldo, especially earlier on in his career, took a lot of knocks and would still demand the ball. It shows huge bravery.

“Dan's a fantastic character and great professional."