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Ronaldo: Real Madrid debut a chance at Betis

Ronaldo says he is "80 per cent fit" and will be ready to make his debut for Real Madrid in a week's time.

Ronaldo says he is "80 per cent fit" and will be ready to make his debut for Real Madrid in a week's time.

The Brazilian hopes to be ready in time for next week's La Liga clash with Alaves.

He said, "I know a lot of people are waiting for me to play. I cannot be at my best when I am only 80 per cent fit."

"The press are creating an expectancy for people. Will I or will I not play? It's creating more pressure. But none of us expected me to have this problem with my foot."

"Once I am ready to play - there will be no-one who will be able to stop me."

Vicente del Bosque could name Ronaldo on Real's subs bench for next Tuesday's rearranged La Liga match against Real Betis.