After Snubbing Lionel Messi Reunion, Sergio Ramos ‘Refused’ Al Ittihad Move, Claims Insider

This year’s summer transfer window saw Sergio Ramos orchestrate a significant shift in his career. After deciding to part ways with Paris Saint-Germain, the defender surprised the soccer fraternity by moving to Seville. While he continues to enjoy his time there, a shocking report emerged that the veteran snubbed a move to the Saudi Arabian side, Al Ittihad.

Despite being offered a chance to reunite with former PSG teammate Lionel Messi, the defender decided to stay in Europe.

Sergio Ramos rejected a chance to join Al Ittihad

After enjoying a mediocre two years at PSG, Sergio Ramos had an important decision to make regarding his next career move. Interestingly, the player took this decision by ratifying a surprise move to return to his homeland and play for Seville. While life in Spain is decent so far, reports suggest he had a chance to play in Saudi Arabia.

According to Saudi Arabian journalist Ahmed Ragab, Ramos garnered huge interest from Al Ittihad. This is because the defender wanted to play in Europe. Notably, if he had accepted the lucrative offer, then he would have reunited with his former Real Madrid teammate, Karim Benzema. The 2021 Ballon d’Or winner moved to Al Ittihad this year.

Additionally, Ramos would have also been reunited with Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League. Be that as it may, it is quite an interesting revelation from the renowned journalist. Earlier, it was claimed he was close to joining the Al-Numoor side. However, it seems the player’s heart was set in Europe, as he was keen to play at the highest level.

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Notably, this isn’t the first reunion that Ramos rejected. Earlier, he even had a chance to share the locker room with his former PSG teammate, Lionel Messi.

Ramos had a chance to play alongside Lionel Messi

After signing Lionel Messi, Inter Miami were looking to make more additions to their squad. While they also managed to add Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, the Herons was keen to add Sergio Ramos as yet another star signing. In fact, David Beckham’s soccer franchise made a tempting proposition of $44 million per year to the 37-year-old.

Notably, if Ramos had accepted this lucrative deal, he would have become the second-highest-earning athlete in MLS after Messi. However, even after receiving this eight-figure salary, the Madrid icon declined to join the MLS. Certainly, his decision may intrigue many. Nevertheless, let us know your thoughts on this.

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