Check out the top ten greatest signings in Real Madrid history, with former Manchester United star and Chelsea target included…
With Cristiano Ronaldo meeting Lionel Messi at Old Trafford this Tuesday night when Portugal face Argentina, things are sure to get heated on the pitch.
The prolific forward is undoubtedly one of the greatest players of all time, and certainly one of Madrid’s best ever signings. But who makes the list of top 10 best Galacticos signings?
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Here are Madrid’s top 10 signings in history:
10) Gareth Bale – Tottenham Hotspur
The Welshman was taken from the Premier League to the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, and although he was injured when he first joined La Liga giants he hit the ground running when he eventually recovered.
He is seemingly being groomed to be the next Ronaldo, a feat he certainly looks capable of achieving.
9) David Beckham – Manchester United
Beckham’s ability from dead-ball situations was legendary, and combined with his crossing, his playmaking ability, and of course his popularity, made him a fantastic signing for Los Blancos.
8) Karim Benzema – Lyon
The Frenchman is largely unappreciated in Madrid, with many viewing him as the weak link in a somewhat flawless side.
But while he may not have the scoring record of a number of Madrid legends, he has still contributed massively over the past five seasons.
7) Luka Modric – Tottenham Hotspur
Another player who has been unappreciated during his time at the club, Modric is now starting to get the recognition he deserves.
He has become a vital cog in the Madrid machine, and fulfils a multitude of roles in midfield.
6) Xabi Alonso – Liverpool
One of the best midfielders of all time, Madrid were no doubt not happy that he made the move to Bayern Munich recently.
He has been the heart of the team for years, and is still showing his quality under Pep Guardiola at Munich.
5) Sergio Ramos – Sevilla
Ramos has showed unwavering loyalty to the club over nearly a decade of service.
The Spaniard was the most expensive Spanish teenager when bought for €27m in 2005, but he has paid back every penny over the years.
4) Luis Figo – Barcelona
Figo’s controversial transfer from Barcelona to Madrid in 2000 renewed an already bitter rivalry between the La Liga giants, and the record signing went on to help his new club win both the domestic title and the Champions League.
3) Ronaldo – Inter Milan
With an unbelievable goalscoring record wherever he went, Ronaldo has to go down as one of the all time greats in footballing history.
Scoring within a minute of his first appearance for Madird, Ronaldo quickly cemented himself as a legend at the club.
2) Zinedine Zidane – Juventus
The French international was unquestionably one of the best players in the world when he made the switch to Madrid.
His wonder volley in the Champions League final secured a 2-1 win for the Spanish side, and completed Zidane’s personal trophy collection.
1) Cristiano Ronaldo – Manchester United
The unbelievable transfer fee he commanded upon his move to the Bernabeu was certainly something, but the return that Madrid have got from their investment pays that back ten-fold.
Ronaldo’s goals tally in all competitions has exceeded his appearances made for the club, and despite a relatively short time at the club in comparison, he is close to breaking the Real Madrid all time goalscoring record.