Hiddink believes Gerrard would be a far more worthy winnger of the Fifa World Player of the Year award that Ronaldo recently won.
He told The Mail on Sunday: “Cristiano Ronaldo is a good-looking footballer, he looks fit and, oh yes, his hair is always in place, but him winning the award is too much about glamour.
“I very much preferred Gerrard.
“He has superb technical and tactical qualities and I admire his spirit and attitude on the pitch.
“It has everything to do with his passion for the game and my passion for football.
“He is a player who fans can identify themselves with and a man who carries the love for his club on his club badge.
“There is not another player in the world who combines all those qualities.
“He is the type of player who appeals so much more to me than Cristiano Ronaldo.
“Of course, Ronaldo entertains the crowds and has great skills, but it is too much glamour and show.
“Xavi and Messi are not as much focused on themselves. They focus on the team.”
