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The newspaper El Confidencial continues to publish conversations (audios or WhatsApp chats) linked to Spanish football personalities. A few hours ago, a talk between Sergio Ramos and Luis Rubiales, the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation, came to light. In the content, the defender asked the leader for help to get the Ballon d’Or.
To get into context, the conversation between the defender and the RFEF holder took place between July 16 and August 8, 2020. At that time, the player still belonged to the ranks of Real Madrid and, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, was getting ready to close the LaLiga Santander season and play against Manchester City in the round of 16 in the Champions League.
“’Rubi’, good night… You know I’ve never asked you for anything, but if I want to do it today it’s because I think it’s a special year because of the performance I’ve given. I would like you to help me in any way you can and to touch some keys from UEFA and your contacts on the subject of the Ballon d’Or. I would be grateful to you all my life, not only for me but also because I believe that Spanish football deserves it very much. I send you a hug”Sergio Ramos began.
Rubiales’ response was not long in coming. “Hello Sergio. First of all, congratulations, I think it’s a good year for you to get it. I hope you have a magnificent final in the Champions League. […] Of course, the Ballon d’Or doesn’t depend on me, but whatever I can help you with, count on it. A big hug”expressed the manager, according to what José María Olmo, head of investigation at El Confidencial, commented on the COPE program El Partidazo.
Then, Sergio Ramos insisted and even thought about the award that FIFA gives to the most outstanding footballer. “I know it’s not up to you, but relationships are also key. Infantino gives The Best which is also super important and would be the host. Finally, I count on your help. I send you a hug and we’ll see each other whenever you want one day and we’ll eat”closed the current central PSG.
The World Cup Russia 2018
There was also another contact between Ramos and Rubiales in mid-2018, at the time of the World Cup in Russia. The talk is linked to the awards for the performance of the Spanish team. “Either you raise me in what we talk about the ‘semis’ or let’s go. And don’t forget the Hublot watch. Let’s see when they have it ready for us “said the player. The president then replied: “Sergio, I just landed, I’ll tell you. Reaching half a kilo for being third is amazing. We can look for something intermediate in the semifinals and we close it now “hill.
Source: Elcomercio
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