Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro admits they've missed Cristiano Ronaldo this season.

Real have missed the goals and influence of Ronaldo since his departure for Juventus.

"Cristiano Ronaldo? Of course we miss him - as any team would, he's the best player in the world. It was a real pleasure playing alongside him but now he's not a Real Madrid player," said Casemiro.

And on new coach Zinedine Zidane, he added: "We already knew his philosophy and working methods. He's a club icon - as a player and as a coach. Everyone respects him and he's come back to do the best he possibly can."