Di Maria rebuts Madrid claims
28 Aug 2014 6:15 AM IST
Argentine midfielder Angel di Maria has claimed he never asked to leave Real Madrid after sealing his British transfer record $98 million move to Manchester United. Real boss Carlo Ancelotti had repeatedly stated over the past week that Di Maria had demanded an exit from the Spanish capital.
The 26-year-old denied those suggestions, but did hint the reason behind his departure had been the club’s failure to give him an improved contract after his man-of-the-match performance as Real won their 10th European Cup in May. ‘Unfortunately, on Wednesday I have to leave, but I want to make it clear that was never my wish.
After winning European Cup, I went to World Cup with the hope of receiving a gesture from the board. But it was not like this. The only thing I asked for is something that would be fair. There are many things I value which have nothing to do with my salary,’ he said.
The 26-year-old denied those suggestions, but did hint the reason behind his departure had been the club’s failure to give him an improved contract after his man-of-the-match performance as Real won their 10th European Cup in May. ‘Unfortunately, on Wednesday I have to leave, but I want to make it clear that was never my wish.
After winning European Cup, I went to World Cup with the hope of receiving a gesture from the board. But it was not like this. The only thing I asked for is something that would be fair. There are many things I value which have nothing to do with my salary,’ he said.
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