Injured Cristiano Ronaldo has been resting his crocked ankle - by going on a bender at an LA club.

The Manchester United striker, recovering from an ankle operation, splashed out more than £10,000 on wine, vodka and bottles of Cristal champagne after arriving at trendy nightclub Villa with two friends.

Ronaldo and his mates were met by four models, who sat with him at a private table in one corner.

As the booze flowed, the 23-year-old got into the party spirit.

He even threw his crutches to the ground and tried to dance on his uninjured foot - although it turned into more of an ungainly shuffle.

So he ripped open his white shirt instead - as the models squealed with delight.