Van Nistelrooy: I can play with Real Madrid pal Ronaldo

Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy insists he can play with Ronaldo.

There's concern the two are far too similar to play in the same team, but Van Nistelrooy says: "Clearly it is possible because Ronie is a great forward, but we should not forget that in the team there are many forwards like Robinho, Cassano or Reyes. For the team, it is a great advantage to be able to count on so many options in attack."

"In Manchester I played mostly with Scholes behind me, but in Holland with three forwards. I can adjust to the chosen system although I am a typical centre-forward, so I like to play in the most advanced position possible."