Sergio Ramos rules out one club as Prem duo circle

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Sergio Ramos broke down in tears as he said goodbye to Real Madrid.

The skipper will leave the Bernabeu this summer after 16 years at the club.

His contract expires at the end of the month and he was unable to agree a new deal.

Ramos won four European Cups, four World Club Cups, three European Super Cups, five league titles, two Copa del Reyes and is Madrid’s second most decorated player in their history behind Paco Gento.


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At a farewell press conference the 35-year-old said: “You’re never prepared to say adios to Real Madrid but the moment has arrived, this is a see you soon because sooner or later I will return to Real Madrid.

“I’ll always keep Real Madrid in my heart. A marvellous stage in my life is over, but a new exciting future awaits and I am looking forward to showing my level and winning some more trophies.

“I would like to thank the fans, they carried me in their arms at all times. I would have liked to say goodbye at the Bernabeu. But I will always carry you in my heart.”

He made 671 appearances for Madrid but only 15 league starts last term after an injury-plagued season.

Ramos admits he did not think about his future during the season, but is aware of interest from a number of clubs, with Manchester United and City both said to be in the running.

“We never thought in any moment about any other team,” he said. “Since January I’ve been on market, so there have been some calls, interested clubs.

“But we never had in mind leaving Real Madrid. From now, we will look for a good option

“Sevilla is the other club of my heart, had marvelous time there. But today I am not thinking about that option. Barca would be a resounding no, impossible to see Ramos in a Barca shirt.

“These have been difficult months, not easy at all. I am fully happy when I’m on the pitch. But now I can say I am recovered, really looking forward to competing again.”

Ramos was a surprise omission from Luis Enrique’s Spanish squad which is currently competing at the European Championships.

La Roja began their campaign with a disappointing goalless draw against Sweden, but Ramos insists he holds no grudge against the current national team boss.

He said: “I understand Luis Enrique’s decisions, won’t judge them. I was looking to be in the best condition to represent my country. I am sad not to be at the Euros, but I will battle to recover my best level.”