The Real Madrid academy graduate had good words for his Spanish national teammate as he revealed that he asked him for advice when considering his future in Qatar.
Raul waved good bye to European football as he beckons on a less rigorous life in the Arab state. The Spanish international revealed that Pep Guardiola’s advice was instrumental in making his decision, as well as the good words by Fernando Hierro.
The former Real Madrid captain revealed that after receiving the offer from Al Sadd, he had a long discussion with former Spanish internationals, Pep Guardiola and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Qatar-c2986.
El Angel de Madrid stated that the duo had prior experience living in the country and their glowing reference allowed him to arrive on a decision.
"When I got the offer, I spoke in detail with Pep Guardiola and Fernando Hierro, who played here. I talked about the high quality of life here. Pep also told me that football in Qatar is steadily improving. Her words influenced my decision.”
The Spanish striker praised the work done by Pep at the Camp Nou and played down suggestions that the presence of world class players in the Catalan dressing room have propelled him to international stardom.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Raul-c30652 argued that both Real Madrid and Barcelona have always had quality individuals lining up for them, but ignoring the work done by the manager would be a mistake. He stated that Guardiola has made an already blessed group stronger with his faith to his footballing philosophy.
"http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 and Real Madrid have always had world class players. It is true that the club has an exceptional group, but you cannot ignore the work done by Pep to be a strong team. Pep is firmly stuck to his philosophy. It's not just luck. "
Raul refused to get involved in the debate of the best team in the world when asked to give his verdict on Real Madrid and Barcelona, as well as who holds the bragging rights for the world’s best player.
The 34-year-old stated that it is difficult to separate the entities in question as they are good at what they do but have nothing in common with their different styles and philosophy.
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