La Liga
Diego Godin To Leave Club This Summer
Uruguayan defender Diego Godin is leaving Atletico de Madrid this summer after nine years with the club.
The 33-year-old arrived from Villarreal in 2010. Since his arrival, he has played in 387 games, while helping the club clinch its first La Liga title in 18 years in 2012-14.
With tears in his eyes, the defender took on an emotional news conference at Wanda Metropolitano on Tuesday.
“I’m a little nervous, much more than I am before a game, but I have called everyone here to inform you that these are my final days at the club,” said Godin.
“This isn’t just a club for me, it’s also been my family and it’s very hard to say goodbye.”
Additionally, Godin have capture additional two Europa Leagues, one Copa del Rey, one Spanish Super Cup and three UEFA Super Cups with Atleti.
Team president Enrique Cerezo added:
“We are here to say goodbye to an Atletico legend. You have been a vital part of this great era for the club, with your efforts and your goals, like the one which gave us the title at the Nou Camp.
“You have fought in a thousand battles and defended the club’s shirt in every game and you have worn the captain’s armband. Wherever you end up, Atletico wishes you a lot of luck. Atletico is your family, the Wanda Metropolitano is your home.”
Where Is He Headed
Inter Milan are the heavy favorites to pick up the defender on a free transfer. The Uruguayan was close to signing with Manchester United last summer but he opted to stay an additional year with the hopes that the Colchoneros would reach the finals at the Wanda Metropolitano.
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Written by Edgar Gomez
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