Carlos Tevez disclosed that a transfer to Real Madrid was nearly finalized for him in 2009. However, the agreement ultimately dissolved at the final moment due to changes involving the club’s president, Ramon Calderón. Following this near-move, the Argentine former striker subsequently joined Manchester City.
Tevez’s career path at the time saw him depart from Manchester United after two successful seasons with the club. During his tenure with the “Red Devils,” he accumulated six major trophies, including two Premier League titles and a Champions League victory. His consistent high-level performances at Manchester United attracted significant interest from some of Europe’s most prominent clubs, with Real Madrid being among the frontrunners to secure his signature.
Speaking to ESPN, Tevez detailed the timing of the missed opportunity. He stated that the potential signing with Real Madrid coincided precisely with his departure from Manchester United to Manchester City. Tevez recalled speaking with Calderón late one morning, noting that all details had been finalized.
At that time, Mijatovic held the position of sporting director. The narrative highlights the fluidity of high-stakes football transfers, where administrative changes can derail seemingly complete deals, despite the talent and interest shown by major clubs like Real Madrid.
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It’s amazing to think about how close he came to playing for Real Madrid.
What specific changes involving Ramon Calderón caused the Real Madrid transfer to fall through?