Ghana ace Michael Essien praises Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo

Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has congratulated former Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo for winning his third FIFA Ballon d’Or.

The Portuguese star was adjudged winner ahead of rival Lionel Messi and Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

Essein played with Ronado in Madrid 2012/2014 season and was delighted for his former teammate.

Congratulations my friend @cristiano.And thanks moshealmasi for the picture.#Ballon d’or http://t.co/RGPD5us2oY

— Ess (@MichaelEssien) January 12, 2015