Javi Garcia and the conversation with Cristiano who took him to Benfica

Javi GarciaThe former player real madridand Benficaand Manchester Cityand Betis He remembers among other things, in statements to “Partidazo” program in DAZN PortugalConversation with Cristiano Ronaldo, He persuaded him to sign the eagles in 2009. The former Spanish international said what was the “error” he gave the final motivation to accept the Portuguese club’s offer.

“I was in Austria. Call me and Kelly to tell me about the possibility of going to Benfica. It was curious because one day I have breakfast and RonaldoWhich was in his first season in real madridHe came to me and asked me: “Hey SophisticatedDo you have the ability to go to Benfica? And I benefit and say: “Ronaldo… How are you? Am I going? He said, “See,” said the former football player.

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Garcia I was already inclined to accept the offer, but I confirmed that confidence in her Ronaldo I recommend it to give him more peace of mind. “Praise be to God, he asked, because I will not ask him. It was curious because I was quieter.

Javi Garcia Play three seasons in Benfica Before transferring it to Manchester City In 2012 for 20 million euros. After that, he went through it Zenit St. Petersburgo and BetisBefore returning to Portugal to close his career in Pavista In 2022.

After his retirement, he returned to Benfica In the 2022/23 season as part of the training staff Roger SchmidtThe role he played until the end of last year, when it was replaced Ricardo Rocha, Central Old Eagles. From now on, it will be a commentary on ‘Dazn Portugal’