Playing for Real Madrid is a dream for most players and it takes some super performances to grab Real Madrid's attention, and many people around the world have managed to do that.
Real Madrid have attracted some world-class players time and time again, building the Galactic Fleet in the process. Superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Xavi Alonso, Modric, Kroos and many other superstars have played for Real Madrid and cherished their time with them.
While most players consider their move to Real Madrid to be a success, very few players' transfers go according to plan. Sometimes it's injuries, sometimes it's management that makes the players' days in Madrid miserable.
Originally performed well at the previous club, but going to Real Madrid did take a big risk for them, and at this point, let's take a look at the top players who regret signing for Real Madrid.
5. Robben
Robben was arguably one of the best players, starting his career in Groningen. He joined Chelsea in 2004 and joined Real Madrid in 2007 after winning two Premier League titles.
After a good time at Chelsea, Robben is considered to have a good performance at Real Madrid as well. The Dutchman scored 11 goals, eight assists and won one La Liga title in two seasons. However, things changed after Florentino became president of the club in 2009.
Robben claimed he was forced to leave the club because the arrival of Ronaldo and Kaka was prioritized by Lafayette and his position in the team was affected. In 2009, he signed for Bayern Munich and subsequently became a Bayern legend.
Speaking about his reasons for leaving Real Madrid, Robben said: "Real Madrid has replaced the chairman, which is difficult for me. I actually felt comfortable there and played well, but when politics starts to work, you don't really have a chance. ”
4. Owen
Irving began his career at Liverpool's academy and the England striker has been among the top scorers after being promoted to England in 1996.
During his Liverpool career, Irving scored 117 goals in the Premier League over 8 seasons. His outstanding performances at Liverpool led him to a move to Real Madrid in 2004.
He didn't do well in the Spanish race at first, but once he overcame his poor form, Irving began to show signs of improvement. The Briton scored 13 league goals for Real Madrid at the end of the season.
With the arrival of Robinho and Baptista, his position in the starting 11 was precarious, and eventually Irving joined Newcastle after a season in Madrid. It is worth mentioning that the season Irving left Real Madrid was the season in which Liverpool won the Champions League.
Considering he also won the 2001 Ballon d'Or, Irving was arguably a superstar. However, his performances at the Bernabeu are very uncomfortable, with addition to Newcastle, where he also makes appearances for Manchester United and Stoke City.
3. Hazard
Real Madrid have signed some of the best Premier League players in the club's history, and Cristiano Ronaldo is a good example, but not all superstars have had success since leaving the Premier League.
Hazard is such a player, although the Belgian is still at Real Madrid, but his life at Real Madrid is not so good. Hazard scored 85 goals in Chelsea's 245 league games and contributed 54 assists.
Hazard has struggled since coming to Spain, making only 37 appearances for Real Madrid in three seasons amid injuries and poor form. He never looked like a real threat and now it seems that it would be best if he stayed with the Blues.
2. Kaka
Kaka is best known for his performances at AC Milan, the Brazilian midfielder with amazing passing, creativity and scoring prowess. After starting his career in São Paulo, Kaka joined AC Milan in 2003.
Kaka got better and better over time and showed off some talented performances on the pitch. He won Serie A and the UEFA Champions League with Milan, which also helped him win the 2007 Ballon d'Or.
In the summer of 2009, Real Madrid managed to sign Kaka, but unfortunately he suffered multiple injuries at different intervals during the Whites' match. His form took a hit and never really recovered.
In the summer of 2013, the 2011-12 La Liga champion expressed his desire to leave Madrid and return to Milan on a free transfer.
1. Anelka
Arnelka has played for some of Europe's top clubs, real Madrid. With 17 goals and five assists at Arsenal in 1998-99, the Frenchman moved to Madrid the following season.
When he left, he was the gunners' top shooter and it was hoped he would continue to be in the same form in Spain. But Anelka had difficulty scoring goals in his first five months with the Whites, losing his starting 11-man spot.
The French striker has only started eight of Real Madrid's 20 La Liga matches. His relationship with then-Real Madrid manager Bosque was also not very good. With things not progressing, Anelka left Real Madrid after one season and returned to Paris Saint-Germain the following season, leaving Arsenal for Real Madrid was probably the biggest mistake of his career.