Real Madrid legend Casemiro talks Ronaldo, Bale, Benzema, Modric, Kroos, Messi
Real Madrid legend Casemiro talks Ronaldo, Bale, Benzema, Modric, Kroos, Messi Former Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro has reflected on some of the biggest moments and personalities from his legendary spell in Spain during a lengthy conversation on Rio Ferdinand’s channel . The Brazilian midfielder, who is preparing to leave Manchester United at the end of the season, spoke openly about his years at Real Madrid, discussing everything from El Clasico battles to dressing room chemistry with some of football’s greatest names. Among the many topics covered, one particular answer immediately caught attention.
Despite sharing the pitch with players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Luka Modric, Casemiro surprisingly admitted that Gareth Bale was the most complete footballer he played alongside at Madrid. Speaking about the Welshman’s qualities alongside Benzema’s role in attack, Casemiro said, “Benzema was more of a number nine on the day. He dropped deep a lot, creating space for Bale and Cristiano.
“Bale needed space. For me, he was the most complete player. Cristiano was all about goals, at least 15 goals.
But Bale attacks, defends, is good in the air, scores goals, wins free-kicks. “Cristiano is the best, he’s in a league of his own. Let’s leave him out of the conversation.
“But for me, Bale is the most complete player. Everything he does is very good, very fast, very strong. ” On Ronaldo and Messi Casemiro has nothing but respect for Messi.