Spain defender Sergio Ramos is determined to leave Real Madrid for Manchester United, even if the club offer him the salary he initially requested, according to reports.
News of United’s interest in Ramos emerged last month when it was claimed he had become disillusioned at Madrid after the club’s failure to award him a new contract with two-years remaining on his existing deal.
In that time, United have reportedly made an opening offer of £29 million (Dh165.9m) for Ramos, which Madrid have rejected in the hope of convincing the centre-back to stay.
However, according to a report by Spanish newspaper Marca, Ramos has made up his mind to leave Madrid and will refuse any contract they present.
The report suggests that while a disagreement over money was the initial reason for the fallout between Ramos and Madrid, the player himself is no longer bothered by the contract situation and is instead eager for a change of scenery. The report simply ends with the words: “He wants out.”
Various media reports claim Madrid price Ramos at €65m (Dh265.4m), although the Spanish club’s interest in goalkeeper David de Gea will likely play a part when negotiating any deal.
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