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Hungary coach Rossi: I played against Ronaldo - James is similar

Hungary coach Marco Rossi admits he's a fan of new Manchester United signing Daniel James.

The departing Swansea City winger will complete his move to United after this round of Euro qualifiers.

"James' speed reminds of Usain Bolt - to be so fast like him is really incredible," Rossi said.

"In the last ten years I don't remember one player that gave me this sensation. His acceleration is so peculiar, which is why Manchester United have bought him."

The comparisons did not stop there, as Rossi went on to say that James reminded him of Brazilian striker Ronaldo when he was playing in Italy.

He continued: "In the past I played against a very fast player who, according to me, was the best after Maradona - Ronaldo. He was just not known for speed, but for everything.

"His acceleration looked like James, though at the moment the skills are a little bit different."

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