It is finally the moment of truth. Cristiano Ronaldo wasn’t spinning dreams on thin air when he expressed a deep desire to be part of the Real Madrid squad. It comes as no surprise because rumors of Ronaldos transfer to Real Madrid has been doing the rounds for a while now. Juande Ramos (ex-Real Madrid coach) certainly expressed no surprise considering everyone knew about the pre- contract agreement between Real Madrid and Ronaldo, so it was all just waiting to happen.
Despite a few criticisms and outbursts, general opinion confirms that most people believed it was waiting to happen. Players like Bruno Alves, Deco, Jose Bosingwa, Pepe, Daniel Guiza and Santiago Carzola have viced their support in regards to Ronaldo’s move. Internazionale manager, Jose Mourinho has hailed Real’s decision to sign on Kaka and Ronaldo. UEFA president, Michel Platini certainly has voiced concern over the magnanimous nature of this transfer which stands tall at $ 131m. He did comment on how such huge financial transfers do obstruct fair play and how EUFA is trying hard to come up with a solution to curb such practices.
Real Madrid has always been popular for their expensive purchases but this deal has proven to be the most expensive football transfer in history. Certainly Real Madrid’s hoping for resurrection in their superstars. The Galáctico is back and this time it may not be an object of ridicule but Real may finally be on their way to their former glory and fame.
Where does this leave Manchester United? Well, they were ready for it since the transfer was inevitable. It’s heartbreaking to accept this truth as a United fan with his feat of 118 goals in 6 seasons. Talks between Real Madrid and Ronaldos representatives were initiated after the latter again expressed his desire to leave Manchester United for Real Madrid.
Manchester United will divulge details only on 30th June, 2009. So, till month end it’s going to be gossip and small talk but there isn’t much to cook up anymore with the startling transfer fee having astounded the world already. Certainly Ronaldos idiosyncrasies will be missed on field and this transfer is going to open up space for a new winger and striker. Certainly the transfer fee is probably good enough to buy 2 or even 3 new players for the Manchester United squad, and will present opportunities to younger players in the team.
While Real Madrid is busy building a dream team with Ronaldo being the latest jewel in the crown, Manchester United will need to regroup. This acquisition certainly finds a place in the history book and raises the concept of football club transfers to a new level. On a lighter note, what happens to the Nike sponsorship?
Tags: Christiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid
