Cristiano Ronaldo Discusses 2018 Real Madrid Exit, Critiques Perez

In a recent interview, Cristiano Ronaldo discussed the factors behind his shocking 2018 departure from Real Madrid to join Juventus. He revealed that his relationship with club president Florentino Pérez soured during the negotiation phase, leading to a difficult exit despite Ronaldo's desire for a new chapter in his life. While he felt that Pérez did not treat him well during this time, Ronaldo expressed respect for the president, acknowledging their past and the success they achieved together. He confirmed that Pérez initially accepted his departure but later attempted to reverse the decision after seeing Juventus's offer, which Ronaldo felt was too late. Despite the bittersweet nature of his exit, Ronaldo maintains that Madrid holds a special place in his heart and has not ruled out a return to the club in the future. He left Madrid as the all-time top scorer with 451 goals in 438 appearances, solidifying his legacy at the club.