Juan Mata has detailed the training ground conversations he's had with Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo this season. Mata was expected to be leaving Old Trafford when his contract expires at the end of next month, though he recently revealed he will discuss his future with incoming boss Erik ten Hag.
Mata has been fortunate enough to call Ronaldo his teammate this season following the Portuguese ace's return to Old Trafford. While there has been precious little to savour for United fans this season, Ronaldo has shown there is plenty left in the tank with 24 goals in all competitions.
That's despite Ronaldo turning 38 this year. A relative junior at 34 years old, Mata has now revealed what working alongside Ronaldo has taught him. During an extensive interview with The Athletic, Mata said: "Disregarding if he plays better or worse, if he scores or not, he always does the same thing before and after the game. So for him, the game is just the most important part of his day.
