The future of Sergio Ramos, one of the great legends of world soccer, remains unknown. At 38, the defender who made history at Real Madrid and the Spanish national team is still without a club.
As uncertainty grows bigger, both Florentino Pérez and Lucas Vázquez—great friends of Ramos's—are already aware of the situation.
Sergio Ramos: without a Team but Having Options
Following his departure from Sevilla last summer, Sergio Ramos has yet to find the right club to continue his career. Despite being one of the most successful and experienced defenders in history, he hasn't been in a hurry to join any team.
The player is at a crucial moment. While his experience and quality are decisive factors, so are economic offers and the sports project proposed to him.
So far, several proposals have come his way, but none have been attractive enough for Ramos to decide to join. His objective is clear: to continue competing at the highest level but within an environment that offers him both sporting and economic guarantees.
Boca Juniors: a Serious Option
One of the teams that has shown real interest in signing Sergio Ramos is Boca Juniors. The Argentine club sees the Spanish center-back as a key player to strengthen defense and bring experience.
Fernando Gago, current Boca coach and Ramos's former teammate at Real Madrid, has been one of the driving forces behind this idea. Gago knows Ramos well, and the relationship they forged during their time in Madrid could be key to convincing the center-back.
Gago believes that Ramos would be key due to his leadership and ability in decisive moments: just what Boca needs to win titles. The relationship between both players and the prestige of Boca Juniors make this option one of the most attractive for Ramos. No agreement has been closed yet, though.
Competition
Boca Juniors is not the only team interested in signing Sergio Ramos. Inter Miami, owned by David Beckham, has shown great interest in adding another European star to the MLS. With the arrival of Messi, Ramos could see in the MLS an opportunity to continue competing in a less demanding environment with great media projection.
In addition, several clubs from Brazil and Saudi Arabia have also tried to convince the Spanish center-back. In particular, Saudi Arabian teams are willing to offer astronomical figures to attract him. This could be especially tempting for a player who's in the final stretch of his career.
An Imminent Decision
Time is running out and Sergio Ramos will have to make a decision soon. Florentino Pérez and Lucas Vázquez, two key players in his career, already know first-hand the options he has on the table.
Although he hasn't decided on his destination, the Spanish defender has several attractive options. The question is: will he follow in the footsteps of other great players to an exotic destination or seek glory at a team with a rich tradition like Boca Juniors?