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After a whopping 16 years at Bernabue, Raul says adios to his beloved Real Madrid as he heads off to either Germany or England.
Raul ends his days at Madrid as their all-time leading scorer as well as the Champions League’s all-time leading scorer. Not to mention that he is a six-time winner of the La Liga title, a three-time winner of the Champions League, and the first player to score in two Champions League finals. Raul netted a total of 323 goals in 740 appearances as well as 44 goals in 102 games for the Spainish national team.
“Today is a day of intense feeling for me, I want to thank everyone,” Raul said. “I would like to tell the fans that in every run, every tackle, I’ve always given everything. I’ve always given 100% for this club.”
Raul was expected to make his was to the Bundesliga and join Schalke on a two-year deal. However, he has also given us the idea that there is potential interest for him in England.
“Schalke is interested in me and I have had very deep discussions with them,” he said. “In a few days I will know whether I’ll be going to the Bundesliga, but there are other teams that are also interested. What is clear is that my future lies in Germany or England.”
“I would like to thank all the presidents, especially Florentino Perez, who has always tried to take this club forward,” he said. “I have always been made to feel welcome.
“I want to thank the players, coaches, managers and staff who I have worked with day in day out.
“Today is a new start for me. 16 years ago I pulled on the white shirt for the first time. My heart will always be with Madrid. Real Madrid is my life and my home.”
Florentino Perez gave praise as he introduced Raul before the striker issued his farewell statement.
“We will never forget Raul,” he said. “There are many men who form part of the legend of Real Madrid, but few that are chosen to embody the club – Raul is one of those.”
“This is my last chance to experience a foreign league,” he said. “I am 33 and wanted to experience new training techniques and a new language and culture for my family.”
Iker Casillas is set to step in and take over the captain role with Raul making his exit.
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