by el_stinger » Sun Mar 27, 2005 11:34 am
Raul told reporters in Spain that if he is not 100% commited to Real Madrid, then he can tell his story walking.........
Raul issues Owen warning
by James Pearson - created on 27 Mar 2005
Real Madrid Raul has urged Real Madrid colleague Michael Owen to make the move back to England if he is not totally committed to the Primera Liga giants.
The former Liverpool striker, who netted for England against Northern Ireland, has been primarily used as a substitute by the El Santiago Bernabeu outfit.
The 25-year-old has bagged key goals after coming from the bench for Real, but is second choice behind the likes of Raul and Ronaldo.
Raul recently conceded he would be willing to sacrifice his place in the team for the greater good, and his long-term future with Real would be enhanced by Owen's departure.
Owen has been linked with numerous returns to The Premiership and Raul believes he should consider a switch if his heart is not in Madrid.
"I know Michael Owen has been linked with a return to England," said Raul.
"All I can say is that Real Madrid has to have players who really want to play for this club.
"If anyone is unhappy here I think it's best that they leave. And that means anyone, including Michael Owen.
"We only need people here who are desperate to represent Real Madrid."
This seems to be unnecessary as Owen has always stated that he is 100% behind the club, it seems to me that the other players maybe a little unhappy with Owen's quiet nature in and around the club. May look to move on.
