LuNo Posted July 13, 2007 Posted July 13, 2007 Ramón Calderón and Sergio Ramos sign a contract extension for the Sevillian defenderIt was a promise Ramón Calderón made to him some time ago, and on Wednesday Sergio Ramos saw it fulfilled as his he signed a contract extension including an increased compensation package. Ramos has been a member of the Madridista squad for two years now, and he has been one of the star performers each season.After Roberto Soldado extended his contract with Real Madrid until 2012, Sergio Ramos had his turn to meet with the Club President, Ramón Calderón,, and Sporting Director, Pedja Mijatovic to improve amd extend his contract through 30 June 2013.Thus, the President fulfilled a promise made to Sergio Ramos some time ago and rewarded his hard work and dedication since he first joined the Club. The Sevillian defender is one of the most adored players by Madridista fans.The signing took place in the office of the President, who then presented Sergio Ramos with the fountain pen that had been used.While leaving the Club, Sergio Ramos met Pepe, one of the recent signings who he will share a dressing room with in a matter of days when the preseason gets underway. The two players greeted one another and posed side by side for Realmadrid.com and RealmadridTV cameras.If Wednesday was an important day for Ramos, Thursday will be the Brazilian's chance to be in the spotlight. Pepe will be officially presented at 1 pm CET in the Presidential Balcony of the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Quote
LuNo Posted July 13, 2007 Posted July 13, 2007 "This just encourages me to work harder"After signing his improved contract extension, Sergio Ramos was very satisfied and content with the idea of giving back to Real Madrid the faith the he has earned on a daily basis on the pitch. The new contract only confirms the significance and notoriety the Madridista defender has gained within a Club that hopes to see him donning the white shirt for many years to come.This improved contract comes just at the right time because it recognises your great work last season, don't you think?Honestly, I am very happy with the way things have unfolded. I had complete faith in the word they gave me some time ago, and they came through at season's end just as promised. You really do feel a lot calmer, and being compensated for good work is always nice. We managed a major accomplishment this season, and what we want to do now is continue working hard to win many more titles. With a contract like this, what I have to do is continue pushing my self to the limit in order to improve on a daily basis.The entire squad won the League, but what is clear is that your name was being mentioned by many because of your work, your attitude on the pitch, etc... And this was the way to pay you back.I really am pleased with my individual performance because things turned out very well. I am thrilled with the way the Club and fans have treated me. I think we have to point out the team's work, because even though it went through bad patches, it knew how to pull itself together. We knew how to take advanatge of our rivals' mistakes and we achieved our goal when all was said and done. I will always be grateful for this recognition that the Club has decided to give me and it just encourages me to work harder.This year all you defenders will have to work very hard because there is so much competition among you.Whatever is done to improve the squad is warmly welcomed. I like for there to be competition and players who play my same position. We're all starting off with a clean slate and a new coach, so everyone will have to do what is necessary for a spot.What are your thoughts on Metzelder?Metzelder is very good. When a player joins Real Madrid it's because the Club is familiar with him and because he satisfies a series of requisites to play here. I have seen him play and I like him as a player. He moves up to attack, he's got a dominating aerial game, and he scores for his team. Let's hope that's the case with us, too.Your holiday is almost over. Have you started thinking about next season?Honestly, no. I've disconnected from everything that happened during the year and have been enjoying my vacation. I know the preseason begins soon, but I'm pretty relaxed. Quote
HEARTLESS18 Posted July 14, 2007 Posted July 14, 2007 On June 20th. c;elsaforlan @ NAKP I am loving his outfit though. Quote
footiefan Posted July 19, 2007 Posted July 19, 2007 another of sergio on the bike in portugal cr: cuore.com Quote
footiefan Posted July 22, 2007 Posted July 22, 2007 He is always posing...Even in his car. and Mr. Bling in full-effect with that watch. what a glamourpuss, sigh. Quote
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