Arjen Robben: “Was my departure because of Cristiano Ronaldo? It wasn’t just because of Ronaldo.
Florentino Pérez had returned as president and signed Ronaldo, as well as Kaká, Benzema, and Xabi Alonso. They spent so much money that they told us they needed to recoup some by letting players go.
For me, it was a shame because I had a great relationship with former coach Manuel Pellegrini and had the best preseason of my career.
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The decision wasn’t easy—I was leaving a huge club like Real Madrid, and there was no turning back.
In comparison, Bayern hadn’t been as successful in Europe, but my goal was always to win the Champions League.
I wanted to prove I was good enough. Moving to Bayern was the best decision of my career.”
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