Ronaldo was runner-up to AC Milan's Kaka last year but is favourite to go one better this time around after scoring 42 goals for United last season on their way to Champions League and Premier League title glory.

The Portugal winger picked up the FIFPro World Footballer of the Year award last week - the first in what is expected to be a host of individual honours for the 23-year-old - and Evra claims he would be shocked if his team-mate is not awarded the Ballon d'Or later this year.

"Honestly, if he doesn't win the Ballon d'Or, I would not understand anything anymore in football, seeing as he had that amazing season with 42 goals," Evra told French television programme Telefoot.

"He knows how to do everything and is a great professional. It makes you proud to be able to play with him."

The winner will be revealed on December 2.