Former Real Madrid stalwart Sergio Ramos has expressed his heartfelt commitment not to celebrate should he find the net during his much-anticipated return to the Bernabeu with Sevilla on Sunday.
The 37-year-old defender, who amassed an impressive 22 trophies during his illustrious 16-year tenure at Real Madrid, departed the La Liga giants in 2021 to join Paris St-Germain before returning to Spain with his boyhood club, Sevilla, last September.
In a display of deep reverence for his former club and its fans, Ramos emphasized his utmost respect, stating, “I have a lot of respect for all the fans and all of Madrid.” He reiterated his sentiment, affirming that while he wouldn’t celebrate scoring against his former team, the prospect of securing victory for Sevilla would undoubtedly bring him joy.
Ramos’s illustrious career at Real Madrid saw him lift the La Liga title five times and clinch the Champions League trophy on four occasions, solidifying his status as one of the club’s most revered figures. With an impressive 671 appearances, he ranks as the fourth-highest all-time appearance maker for Real Madrid.
Reflecting on his return to the iconic Bernabeu stadium, Ramos expressed profound emotions, acknowledging the significance of the moment. “It will make me feel like I am at home,” he shared, reminiscing about the pivotal moments of his career spent at the club. Ramos anticipated the occasion to be deeply emotional, evoking cherished memories of his time with the club, his teammates, and the passionate fans.
As Real Madrid currently leads La Liga standings with 62 points, while Sevilla occupies the 15th spot with 24 points, Sunday’s encounter promises to be a poignant reunion for Ramos and the Bernabeu faithful.