Nacho Fernandez and Florentino Perez during the 34-year-old defender’s official farewell to Real Madrid press conference.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has paid tribute to Nacho Fernandez for his long service to the club ahead of the 34-year-old defender’s decision to leave the Bernabeu when his contract expires this summer.
‘To Nacho, I want to tell you on behalf of myself and all Madridistas that we are proud to have trusted you, your career, your values UFABET and your achievements that have given you the right to choose your future. You are and will be a model of personal development and we thank you for giving everything to the badge,’ said the Los Blancos president.
Nacho also reflected on his 24 years at Real Madrid: ‘It has been difficult days, I could spend hours telling you experiences, anecdotes, but I like to be grateful for what you have given me, it is more than I can ever repay. Above all, you have taught me to live with determination. I can proudly say that this badge is everything to me. I have been on this same journey for 24 years, it is not about leaving home, it is about coming to my second home, to be with my second family. ‘
‘Imagine what it means to take another step each season and finish the journey as captain to a 15th Champions League title.’
‘I say goodbye with a warm heart, having defended this emblem with all my strength and heart. It was the most beautiful ending for me. I feel like the happiest local player I’ve ever been.’