Ronaldo did not include namesake in the list of legends © SIPA

Brazilian football legend Ronaldo was asked to name the greatest players of all time.

However, the former Milan "Inter" and Madrid "Real" footballer decided to ignore and not include one of the most famous strikers of all time, Cristiano Ronaldo, in the list.

"I think it is a special group that includes Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi, Johan Cruyff, Franz Beckenbauer, Pele, Marco Van Basten and Ronaldinho," said Ronaldo.

"I would also include myself. Fans can debate, but legends cannot be ranked, because it is impossible to compare different generations of footballers," said the Brazilian.

During his career, Ronaldo won two "Golden Balls" and became a world champion twice.