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Guti: “We didn’t go out that much. It’s a myth.”

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Former Real Madrid midfielder shares memories of his career, modern football, and life beyond the game

MADRID, SPAIN - MARCH 10: Cristiano Ronaldo (L) of Real Madrid celebrates with his teammate Guti (R) after scoring during the UEFA Champions League round of sixteen, second leg match between Real Madrid and Lyon at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 10, 2010 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Elisa Estrada/Real Madrid via Getty Images) | Real Madrid via Getty Images Real Madrid legend Guti has opened up on his career, personal choices, and views on modern football in a wide-ranging appearance on the End of Month Podcast by Imagin. The former midfielder spoke candidly about his deep connection to Real Madrid, revealing he once turned down a lucrative offer from AC Milan in order to stay at the club he loved.

“Milan offered me more than I was earning at Real Madrid. We went to play for their centenary. They called me to come… I wasn’t motivated by money, I was motivated by what I felt.

I preferred to play 30 years at Real Madrid than 90 at another club. That was my wish. I don’t think many people have had the opportunity to play with Zidane, Figo, Ronaldo, Cristiano, Benzema, Roberto Carlos, Kaká.

That’s something I’ll always cherish. ” Guti also shared his thoughts on the current La Liga title race and Spain’s chances in Europe, expressing uncertainty about both. “There’s no favorite in La Liga.

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