They’ve achieved a lot together in three short seasons
Zinedine Zidane announced his departure from Real Madrid today, after three seasons which saw the La Liga team claim three consecutive Champions League titles; breaking their previous record of two consecutive titles.
His departure came as something as a shock to media and fans, with his hastily called press conference coming less than a week since his side defeated Liverpool in the Champions League final.
It came to a shock to club president Florentino Perez too, who revealed during today’s press conference that he had learned of Zidane’s plan to quit as recently as yesterday.
Unsurprisingly, there has been outpouring of affection since he made the announcement, with a host of Madrid players thanking their former manager for working with them over an incredibly successful three seasons.
One of those players was Cristiano Ronaldo, who posted an uncharacteristically humble and heartfelt post, saying:
“I’m just proud to have been your player. Mister, thank you so much.”
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Other players to bid farewell include Marcelo, Marco Asensio and Sergio Ramos, who were effusive in their praise of the Frenchman.
Mister Zizou. He aprendido muchÃsimo a tu lado!
He disfrutado como un niño a cada entrenamiento, a cada consejo!
Eres muy especial para mi!
Has hecho historia con tu trabajo, tu dedicación, pasión y sobretodo con tu humildad!
Gracias Mister #marchelin 😠pic.twitter.com/MvWCwjYSqR— Marcelotwelve (@MarceloM12) May 31, 2018
Gracias por todo lo que has hecho por mi y por el equipo. Ha sido un honor poder ganar contigo y aprender de ti durante estas dos temporadas. Te deseo lo mejor MÃster. pic.twitter.com/anUoYMKGWU
— Marco Asensio (@marcoasensio10) May 31, 2018
As a player and coach you decided to say goodbye at the top. Thank you for two and a half incredible years. Your legacy will never be erased, one of the most successful chapters in the history of our beloved @realmadrid pic.twitter.com/dO6bw74aA3
— Sergio Ramos (@SergioRamos) May 31, 2018
