Spanish striker Carlos Espí has revealed that he was on the brink of a move to the Premier League before the Spanish giants Real Madrid stepped in, saying he could not refuse the opportunity to join the club.
In an interview with Punch Nigeria, Espí explained that the prospect of playing in England was very appealing, but the chance to sign for Real Madrid proved too significant to pass up.
He added that the allure of Madrid’s storied history and global stature made it difficult to decline, even though a Premier League transfer was already in the works.
While details of the potential Premier League clubs or the terms of the Madrid deal remain undisclosed, Espí’s comments highlight the magnetism that top Spanish clubs hold for emerging talent.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>