Real Madrid Icon Names Barcelona Star He Would Sign
Former Real Madrid forward Ivan Zamorano recently spoke about Barcelona’s players with unexpected admiration. On the show El Cafelito de Josep Pedrerol, Zamorano was asked which current Barcelona player he would bring to Real Madrid.
Zamorano Praises Pedri
Without hesitation, Zamorano chose Pedri, highlighting the midfielder’s personality, humility, and football intelligence.
“I would sign Pedri, who is a star and a phenomenon… and without saying a word. He’s humble, unassuming, and speaks just enough. Pedri has the essence, the soul, of Real Madrid.”
This comparison underlines the respect Pedri commands in Spanish football, suggesting he embodies qualities Zamorano associates with Madrid’s identity.
Contrast with Lamine Yamal
Zamorano also mentioned another Barcelona talent, Lamine Yamal, but expressed reservations about signing him for Real Madrid.
“I would not sign Lamine Yamal for Real Madrid. He is a star, but he is not the essence or soul of what a Madrid player is.”
Though acknowledging Yamal’s talent, Zamorano drew a clear distinction between the two young prodigies based on their fit with Real Madrid’s spirit.
Summary
Ivan Zamorano highlights Pedri’s qualities as the embodiment of Real Madrid’s spirit, showing deep respect for Barcelona’s midfielder while distinguishing him from other young talents.