Alves says Jesus is new Ronaldo

The 20-year-old Palmeiras product has raked in seven goals in his first full Premier League campaign, and that among other sterling qualities are enough to convince Alves of a new Ronaldo is here

Contrary to some opinion, the Paris Saint-Germain full-back, who will captain his country on Tuesday, is adamant Jesus will not be affected by the comparison.

"I wasn't joking when I called him the new Ronaldo. They have a similar drive," Alves said at Brazil's pre-match press conference.

"He's already great and will get even better.

"For all that he's done, all that he's achieved, there's no pressure. He's doing what he loves."

Brazil boss Tite is also on the same page with Alves as far as Jesus is concerned

"Any player of Jesus' level really needs a team behind him," the manager said.

"An athlete of that level can only shine with the team and that's what we're hoping for here.

"Manchester City should be very happy with Palmeiras, who formed an athlete who was already prepared. He had a natural fluency when he arrived [in England]."

Brazil are expected to field a full-strength team against Gareth Southgate's side, with Philippe Coutinho tipped to start despite sitting out Liverpool's last three matches.