Cristiano Ronaldo was infuriated with Real Madrid following sale of Mesut Ozil in 2013

Cristia Ronaldo lifted lid on his feelings when Real Madrid decided to offload midfield maestro Mesut Ozil in 2013. Portuguese star left Real Madrid for Juventus in summer of 2018 having won four Champions League titles with Spanish titans but Cristia Ronaldo explained why Mesut Ozil's departure from Santiago Bernabeu was bad news for forwards at club. Ozil joined Premier League side Arsenal and aided Gunners to three FA Cups since, ending ir nine-year trophy drought in his first season at Emirates.

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Cristia Ronaldo opens up on Mesut Ozil exit

While speaking to AS, Cristia Ronaldo explained why Mesut Ozil leaving Real Madrid was 'bad news' for him. Cristia Ronaldo revealed his true feelings on Mesut Ozil's departure because German 'best knew Ronaldo's moves in front of goal'. At Real Madrid, Mesut Ozil tched up a staggering 47 assists for his teammates in three seasons at Real Madrid before joining Arsenal in 2013. Ronaldo also expressed his anger at Madrid's decision to allow playmaker to leave club. duo established a formidable partnership at Real Madrid winning LaLiga and Copa Del Rey when Jose Mourinho was in charge of Spanish giants.

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Cristia Ronaldo goals and titles following Ozil exit 

Cristia Ronaldo and Mesut Ozil had a telepathic understanding at Real Madrid and German's departure in 2013 was a massive loss for five-time Ballon d'Or winner. However, despite losing his chief goal provider, Cristia Ronaldo went on to become all-time top goalscorer at Real Madrid with 450 goals winning four Champions League titles as well. Ozil's career highlight came when Germany won 2014 World Cup as midfielder pulled strings for his national team during grand tournament in Brazil.

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Ozil praises Cristia Ronaldo's professionalism

In spite of spending only three seasons at Real Madrid, Mesut Ozil explained why Cristia Ronaldo made him a better player. While speaking to Arsenal's official website, 31-year-old playmaker hailed Ronaldo as one of 'greatest footballers in world'. Ozil also revealed Ronaldo's work ethic and professionalism was admirable due to his desire to keep improving during every training session.

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