Ozil: "Real Madrid must keep Cristiano Ronaldo"

Posted Friday, August 02, 2013 by Marca.com

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Cristiano Ronaldo has consistently been linked with a move back to Manchester United - but Real Madrid star Mesut Özil insists his club must hold onto the player if it is to challenge at the very top.

Mesut Özil believes Cristiano Ronaldo can fire Real Madrid to glory and delights Ronaldo is staying at the club. "Ronaldo is very important to the team, just look at all the goals he has scored in the past few seasons," Özil told CNN. "He's a great person off the field. I hope he can stay here for a long time because he can help us win important titles," he added in an interview with CNN.

-"We have come very close to winning the Champions League in the past few years and that leaves a very bitter taste in the mouth. What we hope is that we can go further this season. I believe we are good enough to make the final."

-"Real is the biggest club in the world and I feel privileged to have the opportunity play here. It's like a dream. It's true there's a great deal of pressure to win every game and every title but I actually enjoy that. I feel comfortable playing under pressure and thrive in those situations."

-"Ancelotti has his own football philosophy. He wants us to play quicker than before. His system is different to what we're used to but that's why friendly games are important. We can get used to a new way of playing. We have quick attacking players so I believe we are equipped to adopt his system successfully."

-"Zidane was one of my idols when I was growing up so it was great to have a chance to meet him at Real Madrid. He has given me some advice but I'll keep that to myself. I really appreciate the support he has given me and what he has said to me since I have been here."